Kairat to Play Champions League Home Games in Astana

Almaty’s FC Kairat will play their remaining champions League group stage home games in Astana, the club’s press service announced.

The matches scheduled for December 9 and January 20 will take place at Astana Arena due to unfavorable winter conditions in Almaty.The decision was made jointly wiht UEFA.

The club stated that winter fixtures at Almaty’s Central Stadium routinely face difficulties. Low temperatures, the lack of a roof, and the risk of heavy snowfall create uncomfortable and unsafe conditions for fans and complicate pitch maintenance. Holding the matches in a covered stadium ensures better comfort and safety for spectators.

Ticket prices will range from 15,000 to 50,000 tenge,with sales opening on November 28.

Kairat is set to host Olympiacos on December 9 and Club Brugge on January 20.

UEFA regulations allow matches to be played in temperatures down to -15°C. In Almaty, temperatures during