FC Kairat and FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan: A Rivalry Renewed in the Kazakhstan Premier League
A Fierce Rivalry Reignites
The Kazakhstan Premier League is set to witness a renewed rivalry between two of its most storied clubs, FC Kairat and FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan. These two teams have a long and storied history, dating back to the Soviet era. They have each won multiple league titles and cups, and their matches are always fiercely contested.FC Kairat is the most successful club in Kazakhstan, having won 10 league titles and 9 cups. They are also the only Kazakhstani club to have reached the group stage of a UEFA competition, the UEFA Europa League. FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan is also a major force in Kazakhstani football, having won 3 league titles and 4 cups. They are known for their attacking style of play and their passionate fans.
The rivalry between FC Kairat and FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan is one of the most intense in Kazakhstani football. The two teams are located in the same city, Almaty, and their fans are often divided along ethnic lines. The matches between the two teams are always heated, and there have been several incidents of violence in the past.
A New Chapter in the Rivalry
The 2023 season of the Kazakhstan Premier League will see a new chapter in the rivalry between FC Kairat and FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan. Both teams have made significant changes to their squads in the offseason, and they will be looking to make a statement in the new campaign.FC Kairat has signed several new players, including former Barcelona midfielder Sergio Busquets and former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang. FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan has also been active in the transfer market, signing several players from the Ukrainian Premier League.
The first match between FC Kairat and FC Zhetysu Taldykorgan in the 2023 season will be played on March 5th at the Central Stadium in Almaty. The match is sure to be a sellout, and it is expected to be one of the most exciting matches of the season.
