Kairat 0-0 Pafos FC: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral's post-match review of Kairat 0-0 Pafos FC in the Champions League on Tuesday, 21 October 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Kairat and Pafos FC played out a goalless draw at home, a result that might not surprise given their recent form. Kairat, coming off heavy defeats against Real Madrid and Sporting CP, managed to halt their losing streak, albeit without finding the net. Pafos FC, on the other hand, showed resilience after a 1-5 thrashing by Bayern München, securing a point on the road. This draw keeps both teams in the hunt, though neither side managed to break the deadlock despite Kairat's dominant possession.

The match lacked clear standout performers, but both teams will take positives from the clean sheet. Kairat's recent results show a pattern of struggle, with their only victory coming via penalties against Celtic. Pafos FC, with a more consistent run of draws and a win against Crvena Zvezda, will feel they are building momentum. The result, while not spectacular, offers both teams a foundation to build upon as they look to climb the league standings.

The statistics from the match reflect Kairat's dominance in possession, holding 69% of the ball compared to Pafos FC's 31%. Despite this, Kairat only managed six corners to Pafos FC's four, suggesting they struggled to convert possession into clear scoring opportunities. The successful dribbles percentage was close, with Kairat at 44% and Pafos FC at 41%, indicating a competitive midfield battle. The higher number of yellow cards for Kairat (3) compared to Pafos FC (1) and a red card for Pafos FC might have influenced the game's flow, though the goalless draw suggests a balanced contest overall.

Unfortunately, there were no key moments recorded for Kairat in this match, indicating a lack of significant events from their side. This absence of key moments aligns with their struggle to break down Pafos FC's defence despite their high possession.

For Pafos FC, there were also no key moments recorded, suggesting a disciplined and organised performance that focused on maintaining a clean sheet. The lack of key moments from both teams underscores the defensive nature of the game, with neither side able to create decisive opportunities.

Kairat lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Temirlan Anarbekov in goal and a backline of Erkin Tapalov, Aleksandr Martynovich, Egor Sorokin, and Luís Mata. The midfield was anchored by Dan Glazer and Ofri Arad, with Aleksandr Mrynskiy, Jorginho, and Valeriy Gromyko supporting striker Dastan Satpaev. The lineup showed no surprises, but the team made four substitutions during the match, indicating an attempt to change the game's dynamics. Despite their efforts, no player stood out significantly in the key moments.

Pafos FC also opted for a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Neofytos Michail between the posts and a defence consisting of Bruno, Derrick Luckassen, David Luiz, and Kostas Pileas. The midfield duo of Ivan Sunjic and Pêpê provided stability, while João Correia, Domingos Quina, and Mislav Orsic supported striker Vlad Dragomir. The team made five substitutions, suggesting a proactive approach to finding a breakthrough. Despite the red card, Pafos FC managed to maintain their defensive shape effectively.

Temirlan Anarbekov is Coral's Man of the Match for his outstanding performance in goal for Kairat. With five saves and no goals conceded, Anarbekov was instrumental in securing the clean sheet. His one clearance further demonstrates his contribution to the team's defensive effort, making him a deserving recipient of the award.

Recent Champions League matches:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Pafos FC (H)
• Loss: 0-5 vs Real Madrid (H)
• Loss: 1-4 vs Sporting CP (A)
• Win: 0-0 (3-2 pens) vs Celtic (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Celtic (A)

Recent Champions League matches:

• Draw: 0-0 vs Kairat (A)
• Loss: 1-5 vs FC Bayern München (H)
• Draw: 0-0 vs Olympiacos F.C. (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Crvena Zvezda (H)
• Win: 2-1 vs Crvena Zvezda (A)

Kairat now sit in 33rd place with just one point, highlighting the urgency of their situation. Their next match is against Inter, who are in 2nd place with 9 points, on November 05, 2025 at 20:00. This result might encourage Kairat to focus on defensive solidity while seeking to be more clinical in attack against a formidable opponent.

Pafos FC are in 26th place with two points, showing they are in a slightly better position than Kairat. They face Villarreal, who are in 30th place with one point, on November 05, 2025 at 17:45. This draw could boost their confidence as they prepare to take on a team in a similar position, potentially looking to exploit Villarreal's vulnerabilities.

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