Match report
Kazakhstan 1-1 Belgium: Draw in World Cup Europe Qualification Match
Kazakhstan
1–1
FT
Belgium
Nov 15, 2025
Kazakhstan stunned Belgium with a resilient performance, securing a 1-1 draw in their World Cup Europe Qualification match. The game saw early brilliance from D. Satpaev, who scored the opening goal for Kazakhstan, only to be leveled by Belgium's H. Vanaken shortly before halftime. Despite a red card for I. Chesnokov, Kazakhstan's defense held strong, ensuring they earned a crucial point against a formidable opponent.
Key Facts
- • Final score: Kazakhstan 1-1 Belgium
- • D. Satpaev scored the opening goal for Kazakhstan at minute 9
- • H. Vanaken equalized for Belgium with an assist from T. Castagne at minute 48
- • I. Chesnokov received a red card after a VAR review at minute 79
- • Kazakhstan made multiple substitutions to counter Belgium's pressure
Lineups
Kazakhstan
Starting XI
- 15 T. Anarbekov (G)
- 5 B. Kairov (D)
- 6 A. Kasym (D)
- 3 N. Alip (D)
- 11 Y. Vorogovskiy (D)
- 20 R. Orazov (M)
- 16 E. Tapalov (M)
- 9 I. Chesnokov (M)
- 10 M. Samorodov (M)
- 7 G. Kenzhebek (M)
- 19 D. Satpaev (F)
Substitutes
- 1 B. Shayzada
- 12 M. Seysen
- 2 S. Maliy
- 4 A. Ashirbek
- 8 D. Zhumat
- 13 G. Zhukov
- 14 N. Zhagorov
- 17 I. Sviridov
- 18 D. Karaman
- 21 E. Astanov
- 22 S. Astanov
- 23 D. Kasabulat
Belgium
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 13 M. Sels (G)
- 21 T. Castagne (D)
- 16 K. De Winter (D)
- 3 A. Theate (D)
- 2 J. Seys (D)
- 23 N. Raskin (M)
- 18 A. Onana (M)
- 11 J. Doku (M)
- 20 H. Vanaken (M)
- 10 L. Trossard (M)
- 17 C. De Ketelaere (F)
Substitutes
- 1 S. Lammens
- 12 M. Vandevoordt
- 4 B. Mechele
- 5 M. De Cuyper
- 6 A. Witsel
- 7 D. Moreira
- 8 Y. Tielemans
- 9 L. Openda
- 14 D. Lukebakio
- 15 C. Vanhoutte
- 19 R. Vermant
- 22 A. Saelemaekers
Timeline
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9' Kazakhstan Goal · Normal GoalD. Satpaev
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29' Kazakhstan Card · Yellow CardErkin Tapalov
Foul
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40' Belgium Card · Yellow CardA. Onana
Foul
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46' Kazakhstan Card · Yellow CardD. Satpaev
Foul
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48' Belgium Goal · Normal GoalH. Vanaken · Assist: T. Castagne
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56' Kazakhstan subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Satpaev · On: I. Sviridov
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57' Kazakhstan subst · Substitution 2Off: G. Kenzhebek · On: A. Ashirbek
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69' Kazakhstan Card · Yellow CardBagdat Kairov
Foul
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71' Belgium subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Onana · On: Y. Tielemans
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71' Belgium subst · Substitution 2Off: C. De Ketelaere · On: L. Openda
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71' Belgium subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Trossard · On: Alexis Saelemaekers
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78' Kazakhstan Var · Card upgradeI. Chesnokov
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79' Kazakhstan Card · Red CardI. Chesnokov
Foul
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80' Kazakhstan subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Samorodov · On: D. Karaman
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81' Belgium subst · Substitution 4Off: J. Seys · On: Maxim De Cuyper
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84' Kazakhstan Card · Yellow CardT. Anarbekov
Time wasting
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89' Belgium subst · Substitution 5Off: Nicolas Raskin · On: R. Vermant
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90'+1 Kazakhstan subst · Substitution 5Off: R. Orazov · On: D. Kasabulat
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90'+2 Kazakhstan subst · Substitution 4Off: Erkin Tapalov · On: G. Zhukov
Match Stats
| Stat | Kazakhstan | Belgium |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 17 | 5 |
| Pass Accuracy | 74% | 89% |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | 1 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 9 | 20 |
| Corners | 5 | 12 |
| Total Passes | 191 | 657 |
| Yellow Cards | 4 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 3 | 4 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 8 |
| xG | 0.40 | 2.15 |
| Shots off Target | 3 | 8 |
| Possession | 23% | 77% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 142 | 588 |
| Shots Inside Box | 5 | 13 |
| Saves | 8 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ D. Satpaev's early goal at minute 9 gave Kazakhstan an unexpected lead, surprising the Belgium squad
- ▸ The red card given to I. Chesnokov at minute 79 marked a significant shift in momentum, yet Belgium couldn't capitalize, maintaining the 1-1 draw