All Eyes on the Podium: What to Know Before Matchweek XIII of the Freedom QJ League W

Zhetisu – Irtysh

If they win in Taldykorgan, the Pavlodar side will keep their chances for second place alive, provided that Astana fail to beat Kairat. However, if Zhetisu manage to cause an upset and take points from the northerners, Irtysh risk missing out on the medals altogether – which makes this game crucial for them.

Astana – Kairat

In the central clash of the week, the capital team must defeat Kairat to secure silver medals ahead of schedule. But the Almaty players, who became champions last week, have another goal in mind – to finish the season with a perfect winning record.

Astana, on the other hand, are not in the best form – they lost their last two games. Can they turn things around in the final stretch of the season?

Tobol – Ordabasy, Aktobe – Shakhtyor

The remaining two matches will shape the lower half of the table. At the same time, all four sides will still have a mathematical chance of claiming bronze if Irtysh lose in Taldykorgan. Aktobe and Ordabasy are in the stronger position, as they are one point ahead of their rivals – a significant advantage heading into the final weeks.