Ireland U21 vs Kazakhstan U21: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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29 Sep,20:00
4 - 3
Full Time
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Ireland U21
Kazakhstan U21

Ireland U21 vs Kazakhstan U21 Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half2 - 2
1
A. Litosh
scored for Kazakhstan U21
21
A. Murphy
scored for Ireland U21
29
J. Mullins
scored for Ireland U21
38
R. Karimov
scored for Kazakhstan U21
43
S. Curtis
was cautioned
2nd Half4 - 3
48
S. Curtis
scored for Ireland U21
49
M. Omatay
was cautioned
49
Y. Trufanov
was cautioned
52
S. Askarov
scored for Kazakhstan U21
72
T. Kone-Doherty
was cautioned
83
R. Karimov
was cautioned
85
S. Kalmurza
was cautioned
86
T. Lonergan (Penalty)
scored from the spot for Ireland U21
88
M. Toktybay
was cautioned
89
A. Litosh
was cautioned
90+5
A. Litosh
sent off for a second booking

The upcoming meeting between Ireland U-21 and Kazakhstan U-21 takes place at - on 29 September 2026. Kickoff is set for as both teams prepare for another important fixture in the Europe European Championship U-21, Qualifying round, Group stage. Attention will turn to overall performance levels and tactical execution.

Ireland U-21 have used several different systems lately.

Kazakhstan U-21 tend to play with an attacking mindset.

Recent Form

Ireland U-21

W W W D L

Kazakhstan U-21

L L L L D

Ireland U-21 are in flying form, dominating recent fixtures. Opponents will need to be on guard against their current form.

In contrast, Kazakhstan U-21 are under pressure after a string of poor results. It will be important for them to respond quickly in upcoming fixtures.

Recent Form Home/Away

Ireland U-21 (Home)

W D D W

Kazakhstan U-21 (Away)

L L L L
Ireland U-21 show only minor variation in results between home and away matches.

There is little difference in Kazakhstan U-21's performance across venues.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Ireland U-21

- + + - -

Kazakhstan U-21

- - - - -

Ireland U-21 have struggled to maintain consistent defensive solidity. Concentration at the back will be key.

In contrast, Kazakhstan U-21 have clear defensive issues, conceding goals regularly. They will need to tighten things up at the back.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Ireland U-21 (Home)

- - - +

Kazakhstan U-21 (Away)

- - - -
Ireland U-21 show only minor variation in defensive strength between home and away games.

There is little difference in Kazakhstan U-21's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Ireland U-21

+ - - - +

Kazakhstan U-21

+ + - + -

Ireland U-21 have had some open matches, while others have remained tight. Much depends on the opponent.

Meanwhile, Kazakhstan U-21 have often featured in open games with several goals. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Ireland U-21 (Home)

+ - + -

Kazakhstan U-21 (Away)

+ + + -
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Ireland U-21.

Only small differences appear in Kazakhstan U-21's match tempo home versus away.

Scoring Consistency

Ireland U-21

+ + + + -

Kazakhstan U-21

+ + - + +

Ireland U-21 have consistently managed to find the net in recent matches. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Likewise, Kazakhstan U-21 show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Ireland U-21 (Home)

+ + + +

Kazakhstan U-21 (Away)

+ + + -
Ireland U-21 attacking output remains fairly steady regardless of location.

Kazakhstan U-21's ability to score has been consistent home and away.

Ireland U21 vs Kazakhstan U21 Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

2.63
xG
0.74
56
Ball Posession (%)
44
18
Shots
10
11
Shots on Goal
4
3
Shots Blocked
2
8
Fouls
18
7
Corner Kicks
2
19
Throw Ins
21
17
Free Kicks
9
2
Offsides
1

Ireland U21 vs Kazakhstan U21 Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations

Starting Lineup
1
N. Jauny
12
S. Kalmurza
18
A. Murphy
22
R. Karimov
5
S. Grehan
3
A. Turganov
12
C. McCarthy
4
S. Askarov
2
S. Curtis
13
S. Malikaydar
6
J. Devaney
7
A. Nurymbet
14
R. Finneran
6
Z. Mukhametkhanov
20
A. Brennan
11
S. Popov
8
J. Mullins
20
M. Omatay
7
T. Kone-Doherty
10
Y. Trufanov
17
T. Lonergan
9
A. Litosh

Ireland U21 vs Kazakhstan U21 H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results

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