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Astana vs Dinamo City Predictions, Picks & Odds – 16/07/2026
Astana vs Dinamo City – Best bets of the match
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | Bonus info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stake | 1.45 | 4.40 | 6.40 | View Odds |
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Astana return to the Astana Arena holding a slender 1-0 advantage from the first leg, and Grigoriy Babayan's side will fancy their chances of finishing the job on home turf. Three wins from their last five outings, conceding just twice in that span, highlight a defensive resilience that has become their trademark. New additions Alexander Merkel and Ivan Miladinovic bolster squad depth, giving the coach tactical flexibility for this crucial second leg.
Dinamo City face an uphill battle after failing to score in the opening fixture. Ilir Daja's men have managed only two victories in their last five matches, with three defeats painting a concerning picture. While domestic silverware, including the Albanian Cup and Supercup, proves they can perform on big occasions, European competition has been a different story entirely. They must find a clinical edge in the final third that was absent in the first leg.
Astana's home record provides the strongest foundation for backing them at 1.45. They have won five of their last six matches at the Astana Arena, and their defensive organisation under Babayan has been outstanding, conceding just two goals across their most recent five fixtures. That first-leg clean sheet underlined their ability to stifle opponents when it matters most.
Dinamo City face an uphill battle. Ilir Daja's men managed only two wins from their last five outings and drew a blank in the opening leg. Overturning a deficit away from home against a side this disciplined looks a tall order. The visitors' domestic cup pedigree counts for little when set against European away-day pressure and Astana's territorial dominance.
A home win paired with under 2.5 goals at N/A looks the sharpest secondary angle. Astana rarely need to outscore opponents; they control and suffocate. With Dinamo City's attacking struggles well documented, expect Babayan's men to manage the tie professionally. The addition of Merkel and Miladinovic strengthens squad depth further. Odds and markets subject to change.
Trends to Know about Astana vs Dinamo City
- Astana won 83% of recent home matches
- Dinamo City scoreless in first leg
- Astana conceded just 2 in five games
Form & Statistics: Astana vs Dinamo City
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Lineups: Astana vs Dinamo City
Astana
Starters
- 1 J. Condric
- 2 K. Bartolec
- 3 B. Kalaica
- 4 K. Kazukolovas
- 5 Y. Vorogovskiy
- 6 D. Karaman
- 7 B. Islamkhan
- 8 M. Tomasov
- 9 M. Abrayev
- 10 A. Beysebekov
- 11 R. Karimov
Bench
- M. Seysen
- D. Karpikov
- S. Anuarov
- I. Miladinović
- A. Token
- D. Marat
- I. Bašić
- A. Merkel
- D. Shomko
- S. Basmanov
- N. Ahanonu
- A. Kaltanov
Absent
- Abzal Beysebekov (suspended)
Dinamo City
Starters
- 1 A. Teqja
- 2 N. Aliji
- 3 B. Dita
- 4 F. Perndreca
- 5 Y. Ismaili
- 6 I. Manellari
- 7 E. Qardaku
- 8 K. Qefalija
- 9 M. Ayodeji
- 10 H. Berisha
- 11 L. Vila
Bench
- E. Sali
- T. Kiri
- E. Hoxhallari
- L. Lorran
- F. Ruçi
- R. Silva-Richards
- D. Fadairo
- F. Farruku
- D. Metaj
- M. Koma
- B. James
Absent
- Faton Neziri (injury)
- Bekim Maliqi (injury)
- Almir Ajzeraj (injury)
- Eridon Qardaku (suspended)
Medium confidence
Astana set up in a 4-2-3-1 against Dinamo City's compact 3-5-2, a shape that promises congestion in the central corridors. Islamkhan operating behind the striker gives the Kazakhstani side a creative pivot, while Dinamo City's five-man midfield is clearly designed to smother that influence and hit on the break.
Both lineups are probable rather than confirmed, drawn from first-leg data, so minor changes remain possible before kickoff. Dinamo City's wing-backs will be central to how they stretch Astana's defensive block, and Berisha alongside Vila up front offers a physical threat that Astana's back four cannot afford to underestimate in this second-leg tie.
Astana vs Dinamo City: Head-to-Head
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How to Watch Astana vs Dinamo City Match?
What time is Astana vs Dinamo City?
Astana vs Dinamo City kicks off at 16:00 local time on 16 July 2026.
Where is Astana vs Dinamo City being played?
This match takes place at the Astana Arena, home ground of FC Astana in Kazakhstan.
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