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29 Sep 2026 19:45
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Slovakia vs Kazakhstan Predictions, Picks & Odds – 29/09/2026

UEFA Nations League · 2
29 Sep 2026 Louis Hecq

Slovakia vs Kazakhstan – Best bets of the match

Our prediction
1: Slovakia to win
1.29 on Betfred · Confidence High
Odds recorded on 28 Sep 2026 at 09:19 · Odds are subject to change
Competition: UEFA Nations League
Stage: 2
Date: 29 Sep 2026
Time: 19:45 BST

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Slovakia are flying. Vladimir Weiss's side secured a composed 2-0 victory against Moldova last time out, extending an impressive run of seven wins from their last ten matches. They sit top of their Nations League C group by two points, and their home record is formidable: just one defeat across their last fourteen fixtures on home soil. With eleven goals scored in their previous five outings, the attacking output has been sharp and consistent.

Kazakhstan, by contrast, are struggling for momentum. John van 't Schip took charge in August 2026, yet early results under the Dutchman have been underwhelming. A 1-1 draw with the Faroe Islands opened their campaign, stretching a winless run to three matches. Despite dominating possession in that fixture, Kazakhstan managed only one shot from inside the box in open play, with centre-back Temirlan Yerlanov netting their equaliser. That tells its own story about a blunt forward line.

Slovakia's home record speaks volumes: ten victories, one draw and just a single defeat across their last fourteen fixtures on home soil. That dominant run, paired with seven wins from their previous ten outings, makes the home win at 1.29 a well-supported selection. Vladimir Weiss's side scored eleven goals in their last five matches, underlining genuine attacking potency.

Kazakhstan's struggles reinforce the case. A winless run stretching to three matches, capped by a tepid draw with Faroe Islands, exposed real issues in the final third. Their equaliser came from a centre-back, hardly a sign of fluent forward play. Under new manager John van 't Schip, the side remains very much a work in progress.

The under 2.5 goals market at 1.92 also merits attention. Kazakhstan's defensive approach and limited chance creation suggest they will sit deep and attempt to frustrate Slovakia. While the hosts should break through, a controlled, low-scoring victory fits the profile of this fixture perfectly.

Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about Slovakia vs Kazakhstan

  • Slovakia won seven of last ten matches
  • Kazakhstan winless in three consecutive fixtures
  • Slovakia scored eleven goals in five matches

Form & Statistics: Slovakia vs Kazakhstan

Slovakia

Recent form

DW
Wins1/2 (50%)
Draws1/2 (50%)
Losses0/2 (0%)

Season statistics (2)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded

Kazakhstan

Recent form

LD
Wins0/2 (0%)
Draws1/2 (50%)
Losses1/2 (50%)

Season statistics (2)

0Total goals
0%Both teams score
0Goals scored
0Goals conceded
StatisticSlovakiaKazakhstan
Last 5 results1W 1D·1D 1L
Avg goals scored0.0·0.0
Avg goals conceded0.0·0.0
Under 2.5 (last 5)0/2·1/2
Probable lineup

Lineups: Slovakia vs Kazakhstan

Slovakia

4-3-3
  1. 1 Martin Dúbravka
  2. 2 Peter Pekarík
  3. 3 Milan Škriniar
  4. 4 Dávid Hancko
  5. 5 Adam Obert
  6. 6 Stanislav Lobotka
  7. 7 Ondrej Duda
  8. 8 Tomáš Suslov
  9. 9 Lukáš Haraslín
  10. 10 Dávid Strelec
  11. 11 Ivan Schranz
  • Dominik Greif
  • Denis Vavro
  • Ľubomír Šatka
  • Martin Valjent
  • Tomáš Rigo
  • Leo Sauer
  • Róbert Boženík
  • Adrián Kaprálik
  • Matúš Bero (Stress fracture in foot)
  • László Bénes (Ankle injury)

Kazakhstan

4-2-3-1
  1. 1 Stas Pokatilov
  2. 2 Bagdat Kairov
  3. 3 Temirlan Yerlanov
  4. 4 Nuraly Alip
  5. 5 Yan Vorogovskiy
  6. 6 Ramazan Orazov
  7. 7 Askhat Tagybergen
  8. 8 Artur Shushenachev
  9. 9 Galymzhan Kenzhebek
  10. 10 Maksim Samorodov
  11. 11 Zhasulan Amir
  • Bekkhan Shayzada
  • Sergiy Malyi
  • Abat Aimbetov
  • Baktiyor Zaynutdinov
  • Aslan Darabayev
  • Dinmukhamed Karaman
  • Ramazan Karimov
  • Dastan Satpaev (Hamstring injury)

Low confidence

Both lineups carry a speculative tag, drawn from the same pair of sources, so treat the shape of this fixture with appropriate caution. That said, Slovakia's expected 4-3-3 places Stanislav Lobotka at the heart of midfield, giving them a clear creative axis against Kazakhstan's more defensive 4-2-3-1 structure.

The tactical contrast is the central story here: Slovakia will likely look to press high and use wide channels, while Kazakhstan's double pivot suggests a side organised to absorb pressure and threaten on the counter. Milan Škriniar will be key to keeping that threat in check.

How to Watch Slovakia vs Kazakhstan Match?

What time is Slovakia vs Kazakhstan?

Slovakia vs Kazakhstan kicks off at 19:45 local time on Monday 29 September 2026.

Where is Slovakia vs Kazakhstan being played?

The venue for Slovakia vs Kazakhstan is to be confirmed by UEFA ahead of the fixture.

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