FC Copenhagen vs Kairat Almaty: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

Explore Coral's detailed preview for FC Copenhagen vs Kairat Almaty in the UEFA Champions League. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 17:45 GMT match.

• Fixture: FC Copenhagen vs Kairat Almaty
• Date: Wednesday, 26 November 2025
• Kick-off: 17:45 GMT
• Venue: Parken Stadium

FC Copenhagen, despite their recent string of losses against strong European sides, showed resilience at home with a win against FC Basel and a draw against Bayer Leverkusen. This suggests they might be more comfortable playing at home, potentially using their attacking talent, such as Larsson and Moukoko, to exploit Kairat Almaty's defence. On the other hand, Kairat Almaty's recent form has been inconsistent, with a heavy loss to Real Madrid and a goalless draw against Celtic, indicating they might struggle to score against a Copenhagen side that has shown defensive vulnerabilities.

However, Kairat Almaty's defence has been relatively solid in their home games, as seen in their draws against Pafos and Celtic. This could pose a challenge for Copenhagen's forwards, who will need to be clinical in front of goal. Given Copenhagen's home advantage and their ability to score against teams like Bayer Leverkusen, they might just edge out a victory, but it will likely be a closely contested match.

FC Copenhagen's recent form has been mixed, with three losses in their last five games, including heavy defeats against Tottenham and Borussia Dortmund. However, their home performances have been more promising, with a win against FC Basel and a draw against Bayer Leverkusen. This suggests that playing at home could boost their confidence and performance, potentially allowing them to capitalise on their attacking options, such as Larsson and Moukoko.

Despite the losses, Copenhagen has shown they can score goals, as evidenced by their performance against Bayer Leverkusen. If they can tighten up their defence, which has been leaky in recent games, they stand a good chance of securing a positive result against Kairat Almaty.

Recent UEFA Champions League Results:

·       Loss: 0-4 vs Tottenham (A)

·       Loss: 2-4 vs Borussia Dortmund (H)

·       Loss: 0-2 vs Qarabag (A)

·       Draw: 2-2 vs Bayer Leverkusen (H)

·       Win: 2-0 vs FC Basel 1893 (H)

Kairat Almaty's recent form has been largely disappointing, with three losses in their last five games, including a heavy home defeat to Real Madrid. Their inability to score in most of these games, except for a single goal against Inter, suggests they might struggle to find the back of the net against Copenhagen. However, their home draws against Pafos and Celtic show they can be defensively solid when playing at home.

Given their recent struggles, Kairat Almaty will need to be more clinical in front of goal and hope their defence can hold up against Copenhagen's attacking threats. Their performance away from home will be crucial, and they will need to improve on their recent away loss to Sporting CP if they are to have any chance of a positive result.

Recent UEFA Champions League Results:

·       Loss: 1-2 vs Inter (A)

·       Draw: 0-0 vs Pafos (H)

·       Loss: 0-5 vs Real Madrid (H)

·       Loss: 1-4 vs Sporting CP (A)

·       Draw: 0-0 vs Celtic (H)

Copenhagen and Kairat Almaty have never previously met in European action. That means that both teams have a chance to make history and secure what could be vital victory in European football's biggest competition.

• Thomas Delaney (Knee) - Out

• Magnus Mattsson (Knee) - Doubt

• Birger Meling (Knock) - Doubt

• Rodrigo Huescas (Knee) - Doubt

• Jonathan Moalem (Hip) - Doubt

• Oliver Hoyer (Unknown) - Doubt

• Alyaksandr Martynovich (Knock) - Doubt

• Predicted lineup: Kotarski (GK), Suzuki (DF), Pereira (DF), Hatzidiakos (DF), Lopez (DF), Larsson (MF), Lerager (MF), Clem (MF), Achouri (MF), Elyounoussi (AT), Moukoko (AT)

With a strong attacking lineup featuring Elyounoussi and Moukoko, FC Copenhagen will look to exploit Kairat Almaty's defence. The midfield duo of Lerager and Clem will be crucial in controlling the game's tempo and providing support to the forwards.

• Predicted lineup: Anarbekov (GK), Mrynskiy (DF), Shirobokov (DF), Sorokin (DF), Mata (DF), Kasabulat (MF), Arad (MF), Gromyko (MF), Jorginho (MF), Satpaev (MF), Edmilson (AT)

Kairat Almaty's defence, led by Mata and supported by Mrynskiy and Shirobokov, will need to be at their best to contain Copenhagen's attacking threats. The midfield duo of Arad and Jorginho will be key in breaking up play and launching counter-attacks.

• Larsson vs Mata: Larsson's pace and finishing will be tested against Mata's defensive solidity and positioning.

• Elyounoussi vs Sorokin: Elyounoussi's creativity and passing will be crucial in breaking down Sorokin's defensive ability.

• Moukoko (FC Copenhagen): Moukoko's ability to hold up play and link with other attackers makes him a vital part of Copenhagen's offensive strategy.

• Gromyko (Kairat Almaty): Gromyko's goal-scoring threat and movement in the final third will be essential for Kairat Almaty's chances of scoring.

FC Copenhagen vs Kairat Almaty at 17:45 GMT on Wednesday, 26 November 2025, will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 5 for viewers in the UK.

Coral is predicting that the score will be FC Copenhagen 2-1 Kairat Almaty.

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