Attendance in the QJ League: Who Draws the Biggest Crowds?

U18 League: Consistent Interest in Matches

 

The U18 League recorded a total season attendance of 67,880 spectators, averaging 257 attendees per match. Kairat's matches were the most popular, drawing 9,935 spectators overall, with an impressive average of 670 attendees for their away games.

 

Caspiy emerged as the leader in home game attendance, with an average of 614 spectators per match. This steady interest can be attributed to the team’s dynamic performance and the active support of fans, especially during their Matchday clash against Kairat.

 

Teams like Taraz and Aktobe also ranked high in attendance, underscoring football's popularity in regional areas.

 

U17A League: Youth in the Spotlight

 

The U17A League attracted a total of 37,576 spectators. The top crowd-pullers were Zhas Kyran and Taraz, whose matches drew fans both at home and away.

 

Taraz achieved an impressive home game attendance average of 246 spectators, while Kairat stood out in away matches, attracting an average of 211 attendees.

 

Notably, the U17A League demonstrated balanced audience interest across all teams, reflecting the growing popularity of youth football.

 

U17B League: Absolute Attendance Records

 

The U17B League set the highest average attendance across all leagues, with a total of 40,472 spectators (361 attendees per match). The season’s standout performers were Altay and Yelimay, whose Matchday clash drew a record-breaking 5,913 spectators — the largest crowd the stadium in Ust-Kamenogorsk has seen since 2008.

 

Altay became the leader in home game attendance, averaging 1,049 spectators, while Yelimay dominated away games, drawing an average of 1,043 attendees.

 

Uralsk based Akzhaiyk ranked third in attendance, boasting strong numbers at both home games (251 on average) and away games (601 on average).

 

Most Attended Matches of the Season

 

Some games stood out as unforgettable events for fans:

• Altay U17 0:0 Yelimay U17 – 5,913 spectators.
• Caspiy U18 0:3 Kairat U18 – 3,453 spectators.
• Ulytau U17 0:1 Akzhaiyk U17 – 2,188 spectators.
• Aktobe U18 0:2 Kairat U18 – 1,697 spectators.
• Taraz U18 2:1 Shakhtyor U18 – 843 spectators.
   

These matches were not just sporting events but true celebrations for football enthusiasts.

 

How QJ League is Transforming the Match Experience

 

The organization of QJ League matches emphasizes: Support for Local Initiatives: Strengthening regional interest in football by engaging local communities. Creating a Festive Atmosphere: Bringing together fans of all ages to celebrate the sport. Leveraging Modern Technologies: Engaging audiences through online ticket sales and active promotion on social media platforms. These initiatives have proven highly effective, turning youth football into an event fans are eager to attend again and again.

 

Attendance data from QJ League matches demonstrates a steady rise in football's popularity across the country. Strong team performances, local fan support, and thrilling matches all contribute to the growing appeal of youth football. The QJ League continues to evolve, serving as a platform for nurturing the future stars of Kazakh football and as a central hub for football culture in the regions.

Attendance Table of U18 League Teams

Kairat U18: 9,935 (average – 452)

Caspiy U18: 8,547 (average – 389)

Taraz U18: 7,224 (average – 329)

Aktobe U18: 6,602 (average – 301)

Zhas Kyran U18: 6,057 (average – 276)

Atyrau U18: 5,748 (average – 262)

Aksu U18: 4,751 (average – 216)

Shakhtyor U18: 4,639 (average – 211)

Kaisar U18: 4,244 (average – 193)

Tobol U18: 3,884 (average – 177)

Ordabasy U18: 3,632 (average – 166)

Astana U18: 2,617 (average – 119)

Total Attendance: 67,880 (average – 257)

 

Home Match Attendance of U18 League Teams

Caspiy U18: 6,747 (average – 614)

Taraz U18: 5,168 (average – 470)

Aktobe U18: 4,226 (average – 385)

Zhas Kyran U18: 3,551 (average – 323)

Atyrau U18: 2,779 (average – 253)

Kairat U18: 2,574 (average – 234)

Shakhtyor U18: 1,969 (average – 179)

Aksu U18: 1,878 (average – 171)

Kaisar U18: 1,844 (average – 168)

Ordabasy U18: 1,736 (average – 158)

Tobol U18: 1,468 (average – 134)

Astana U18: 0 (average – 0)

Total Attendance: 33,940 (average – 257)

 

Away Match Attendance of U18 League Teams

Kairat U18: 7,361 (average – 670)

Atyrau U18: 2,969 (average – 270)

Aksu U18: 2,873 (average – 262)

Shakhtyor U18: 2,670 (average – 243)

Astana U18: 2,617 (average – 238)

Zhas Kyran U18: 2,506 (average – 228)

Tobol U18: 2,416 (average – 220)

Kaisar U18: 2,400 (average – 219)

Aktobe U18: 2,376 (average – 216)

Taraz U18: 2,056 (average – 187)

Ordabasy U18: 1,896 (average – 173)

Caspiy U18: 1,800 (average – 164)

Total Attendance: 33,940 (average – 257)

 

Attendance Table of U17A League Teams

Zhas Kyran U17: 4,316 (average – 197)

Taraz U17: 4,156 (average – 189)

Kairat U17: 3,464 (average – 158)

Aktobe U17: 3,328 (average – 152)

Atyrau U17: 3,248 (average – 148)

Caspiy U17: 3,129 (average – 143)

Aksu U17: 3,012 (average – 137)

Ordabasy U17: 3,003 (average – 137)

Kaisar U17: 2,970 (average – 135)

Shakhtyor U17: 2,744 (average – 125)

Tobol U17: 2,590 (average – 118)

Astana U17: 1,616 (average – 74)

Total Attendance: 37,576 (average – 142)

 

Home Match Attendance of U17A League Teams

Taraz U17: 2,704 (average – 246)

Zhas Kyran U17: 2,664 (average – 243)

Aktobe U17: 2,333 (average – 213)

Caspiy U17: 1,858 (average – 169)

Atyrau U17: 1,561 (average – 142)

Shakhtyor U17: 1,479 (average – 135)

Kaisar U17: 1,439 (average – 131)

Ordabasy U17: 1,324 (average – 121)

Tobol U17: 1,173 (average – 107)

Kairat U17: 1,146 (average – 105)

Aksu U17: 1,107 (average – 101)

Astana U17: 0 (average – 0)

Total Attendance: 18,788 (average – 142)

 

Away Match Attendance of U17A League Teams

Kairat U17: 2,318 (average – 211)

Aksu U17: 1,905 (average – 174)

Atyrau U17: 1,687 (average – 154)

Ordabasy U17: 1,679 (average – 153)

Zhas Kyran U17: 1,652 (average – 151)

Astana U17: 1,616 (average – 147)

Kaisar U17: 1,531 (average – 140)

Taraz U17: 1,452 (average – 132)

Tobol U17: 1,417 (average – 129)

Caspiy U17: 1,271 (average – 116)

Shakhtyor U17: 1,265 (average – 115)

Aktobe U17: 995 (average – 91)

Total Attendance: 18,788 (average – 142)

 

Attendance Table of U17B League Teams

Altay U17: 8,784 (average – 628)

Yelimay U17: 8,613 (average – 616)

Akzhaiyk U17: 5,961 (average – 426)

Ulytau U17: 4,296 (average – 307)

Okzhetpes U17: 3,618 (average – 259)

Kyzylzhar U17: 3,421 (average – 245)

Ontustik U17: 2,916 (average – 209)

Zhetisu U17: 2,863 (average – 205)

Total Attendance: 40,472 (average – 361)

 

Home Match Attendance of U17B League Teams

Altay U17: 7,337 (average – 1,049)

Ulytau U17: 3,167 (average – 453)

Akzhaiyk U17: 1,757 (average – 251)

Okzhetpes U17: 1,749 (average – 250)

Zhetisu U17: 1,704 (average – 244)

Kyzylzhar U17: 1,655 (average – 237)

Ontustik U17: 1,551 (average – 222)

Yelimay U17: 1,316 (average – 188)

Total Attendance: 20,236 (average – 361)

 

Away Match Attendance of U17B League Teams

Yelimay U17: 7,297 (average – 1,043)

Akzhaiyk U17: 4,204 (average – 601)

Okzhetpes U17: 1,869 (average – 267)

Kyzylzhar U17: 1,766 (average – 253)

Altay U17: 1,447 (average – 207)

Ontustik U17: 1,365 (average – 195)

Zhetisu U17: 1,159 (average – 166)

Ulytau U17: 1,129 (average – 162)

Total Attendance: 20,236 (average – 361)

 

* Astana team was forced to play their matches at the Football House without spectators.