The UEFA Europa Conference League group stage delivers a fascinating encounter on October 22, 2026, as Kairat Almaty host Greek giants Panathinaikos. Kairat, with a modest record of one win, one draw, and one loss in the competition, have found goals hard to come by, scoring just once while conceding two. Their recent form mirrors this inconsistency, showing a mixed bag of results.
Panathinaikos, meanwhile, arrive in Kazakhstan with a more established European pedigree and a comparatively stronger domestic record of seven wins, six draws, and three losses. While their goal difference is tight (19 scored, 17 conceded), their recent five-game run of two wins, two draws, and one loss suggests they are finding some rhythm. The bookmakers are anticipating a tight affair, with all three outcomes – home win, draw, or away win – rated equally at 33%. This parity underscores the unpredictable nature of this clash. Kairat will look to leverage home advantage and a resolute defense, while Panathinaikos will aim to exploit their attacking options. The battle in midfield and who can dictate the tempo will likely be decisive.
1. T. Anarbekov, 20. E. Tapalov, 14. A. Martynovich, 25. A. Shirobokov, 3. L. Mata, 22. G. Mendonsa, 13. J. Oksanen, 17. A. Tuyakbaev, 28. M. Gual, 19. O. Jukkola, 9. Edmilson
1. Iñaki Peña, 2. D. Calabria, 6. S. de Vrij, 55. R. van Drongelen, 5. A. Salah-Eddine, 42. K. Kangwa, 26. I. Louza, 99. L. García, 21. A. Ounahi, 10. Santino Andino, 9. C. Dessers
Match events
6' Goal Normal Goal — V. Taborda (Panathinaikos) (assists: G. Kyriakopoulos)
24' Goal Penalty — C. Dessers (Panathinaikos)
25' Card Yellow Card — E. Tapalov (Kairat Almaty)
29' Var Goal Disallowed - offside — A. Tetteh (Panathinaikos)
32' subst Substitution 1 — O. Baybek (Kairat Almaty) (assists: A. Shirobokov)
45'+2 Card Yellow Card — A. Mrynskiy (Kairat Almaty)
45'+1 Card Yellow Card — E. Palmer-Brown (Panathinaikos)
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