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Astana vs Dinamo City: prediction and odds

Europe Conference League · Europe · 16 July 2026
Astana logoAstana
1:4
1st half: 1:0
16.07.2026 16:00
Dinamo City logoDinamo City

Match events

22′
🟨Ysni Ismaili
22′
🟨Lorenzo Vila
Bauyrzhan Islamkhan1:0
23′
Kipras Kazukolovas🟨
32′
Kipras Kazukolovas🟨🟥
49′
50′
1:1Bruno Dita
62′
1:2Hekuran Berisha
Karlo Bartolec🟨
64′
Ramazan Karimov🟨
67′
82′
🟨Fabjan Perndreca
86′
🟨Mustapha Koma
93′
1:3Lorenzo Vila
105′
🟨I. Manellari
107′
🟨Florenc Ferruku
Branimir Kalaica🟨
111′
124′
1:4Mustapha Koma

Match statistics: Astana vs Dinamo City

AstanaDinamo City
50Ball possession, %50
8Shots16
5Shots on target5
5Corners4
21Fouls15
3Offsides0
4Yellow cards6
1Red cards0
114Attacks131
55Dangerous attacks64

💡 Match preview Astana vs Dinamo City

Astana kicked off their European campaign with a hard-fought victory, edging out Dinamo City 1-0 away in the first qualifying round of the Conference League. Now, the Kazakh side returns to the comfort of home, a fortress where they have lost only once in their last 14 matches. The key question is whether home advantage will help them protect their slender lead, or if the Albanian outfit can overturn the tie.

Tactical Analysis: Astana – Thriving on Two Fronts

Despite a congested fixture list and a long-haul flight, Grigori Babayan’s men looked impressive in the first leg against Dinamo City. Astana stuck rigidly to the coaching staff’s game plan, focusing on a compact defensive shape and rapid counter-attacks. The strategy worked to perfection: they not only withstood sustained pressure but also capitalized on their single truly dangerous moment in the 69th minute, snatching a narrow 1-0 victory.

Given that the team returned to Kazakhstan just one day before their league match against Aktobe, squad rotation was inevitable. The coaching staff made ten changes from the Conference League starting XI. This did not prevent Astana from securing another success (3-2). As a result, the club not only improved its position in the domestic championship, cutting the gap to the leading group to ten points, but also preserved energy for the return leg in the Conference League.

Tactical Analysis: Dinamo City – Searching for Balance

The Albanian side prepared for their European battles through a series of friendly matches. In those games, Dinamo City looked decent, particularly in attack, where they scored six goals across three fixtures. The opposition included strong Macedonian sides like Sileks (2-1) and Struga (3-2, 1-1). However, there is no order in defense yet: Ilir Daja’s men conceded in every single one of those friendlies. Despite this issue, the Albanian coach did not shy away from an attacking approach in the first leg against Astana, employing a high press and possession-based game. This bore fruit in the first half, as his team registered seven shots and created a couple of dangerous opportunities. But the opponent handled the pressure and, after the break, pushed the game into midfield. In the second 45 minutes, they managed to trouble the goalkeeper just once. The defense, meanwhile, faltered yet again, leading to defeat.

Now, in the return fixture, Dinamo City must take the initiative and attempt to claw their way back. However, given their persistent defensive frailties, compounded by injuries to defenders Bekim Malichi and Faton Neziri, this will be an extremely difficult task.

Referee: Oscar Johnson (Sweden)

The Swedish official is known for his consistency and is not afraid to punish rough play. In his single Conference League match last season, he brandished six yellow cards. His overall statistics from the previous campaign (24 matches, 93 yellow cards – an average of 3.87 per game, two red cards, and seven penalties) show that his strictness is not excessive.

Predicted Lineups

Astana: Čondrić; Bartolec, Kalaica, Marochkin, Vorogovsky; Ebong, Osei, Gripshi; Tomasov, Chinedu, Kažukolovas.

Dinamo City: Selmani; Hila, Marku, Janku, Vangjeli; Zabërgja, Zeka, Denisson; Gjumsi, Luka, Xhixha.

Prediction and Bet

Main Prediction: The first head-to-head match demonstrated that Astana is perfectly prepared for a two-front campaign. The team operated as a single unit for the full 90 minutes. Moreover, Babayan’s men managed to increase their intensity in the second half and score, which speaks to excellent physical conditioning. The same cannot be said for Dinamo City, who dropped their tempo after the break. We believe that in the return leg, the Kazakh side can build on their success. This time, they will have the additional advantage of playing at home, where they have won their last five matches with a combined score of 11:3. Conversely, the Albanian side often struggles on the road, having lost four of their previous five official away fixtures. Based on this, the pick is Astana with a handicap (-1.5).

Total Goals Prediction: The result of the first leg will force the visitors to play more freely. This could lead to a high-scoring match. The statistics also hint at this: in five of Astana’s last seven home games and in three of Dinamo City’s previous five official away matches, at least three goals were scored. A logical bet here is over 2.5 total goals.

Match odds Astana vs Dinamo City

Result (1X2)

X4.2511.4327.5

Double chance

1X1.07X22.73121.2

Both teams to score

No1.76Yes1.93

Over

11.0221.3432.2344.3358.50.511.51.212.51.773.52.754.54.95

Under

18.122.8831.5541.1551.010.59.21.53.62.52.013.51.354.51.11

Handicap 1

01.1-11.69-23.1-36.6-1.52.14-2.53.78-3.57.3

Handicap 2

05.1512.0821.2831.051.51.582.51.193.51.04

Correct score

0:09.10:1180:2461:06.41:17.71:2232:06.552:18.12:2193:09.33:1123:2294:017.254:1225:0385:148

To qualify

11.02210.25

Predictions for Astana vs Dinamo City

AA Amina Adamu Result: 1odds 1.45 Lost

Astana is simply too strong for Dynamo here. I expect them to dominate and secure the win without much trouble.

VO Victor Okonkwo Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.12 Lost

I believe Astana has prepared exceptionally well for the European season and is fully ready to secure wins in the early rounds. Their form and focus give me strong confidence that they’ll come out on top.

FY Funke Yusuf Under 3.5odds 1.38 Won

I'm confident this match will go under the total. Both teams prioritize defensive structure over attacking flair, and recent head-to-heads have consistently produced low-scoring affairs. With key offensive players either injured or out of form, I don't see enough firepower to push the scoreline past the line. The pace will be slow, and chances will be limited—expect a tight, grind-it-out game that stays comfortably under.

OO Obinna Onyeka Yellow cards: Result: 2odds 2.00 Won

I’m predicting that Astana will beat Dinamo City. Astana has a clear edge in experience and home advantage, which should be decisive in this matchup. Dinamo City has struggled against stronger sides, and I don’t see them turning that around here. This is a confident call on Astana to get the win.

IA Ifeoma Amadi Under 2.5odds 2.05 Lost

I believe this match will be a low-scoring, tightly contested affair. Both sides are likely to prioritize defense, so don't expect many goals.

JN John Nwachukwu Corners: Under 9.5odds 1.60 Won

Guests have gone under on corners in 7 of their last 10 league matches, and the first head-to-head also finished low on corners. My prediction is total corners under 9.5.

DS Deborah Sani Corners: Over 10.5odds 2.83 Lost

Dynamo City played aggressively at home and lost, and now they face a flight and adjustment to new conditions. Astana fielded their second team in the last match, so they are physically fresher than the visitors. At home, Astana typically dominates corners, delivering 8 or 9 per game, and after their defeat, the guests have no reason to sit back—they’ll earn at least 4 of their own.

CA Chibuzo Abubakar Team 1 over 2odds 1.98 Lost

Astana will score at least two goals in this match. Their attacking form has been sharp, and they consistently create high-quality chances against teams that struggle to defend. I'm confident in their ability to find the net multiple times.

IE Ifeanyi Emenike Yellow cards: Over 3.5odds 2.10 Won

For the match between Astana and Dinamo City, I'm confidently betting on over 4 yellow cards. The intensity and physicality of this matchup make it a strong play.

HM Halima Madu Handicap 1 (-1)odds 1.62 Lost

I am confident that Kazakhstan's team is superior to their opponent in class and experience. Their away victory in the first match confirmed this. Now, playing at home with fan support, Grigory Babayan's men are clear favorites. The Albanian side will have to open up to recover, which will give Astana space for counter-attacks.

HA Hauwa Adewale Over 2.5odds 1.72 Won

I see this as a clear over on goals. The matchup is highly interesting, and I'm confident the total will exceed the line.

EY Emmanuel Yusuf Team 1 over 2.5odds 2.64 Lost

I'm confident the home team will score three goals and win the match 3-1.

YA Yemi Ademola Handicap 2 (1.5)odds 1.61 Won

I'm confident the second team will not suffer a heavy defeat in this game. They have what it takes to keep the match competitive, so a blowout loss is off the table.

AO Anthony Okafor Handicap 1 (-1)odds 1.70 Lost

I'm confident the first team will come out on top — they're simply the stronger side. Their form and quality give them a clear edge, and I see no reason to bet against them.

ZM Zainab Madu Result: Xodds 4.85 Lost

I believe these teams will draw in this match. Their recent form and head-to-head history suggest a closely contested game where neither side has a clear edge, making a tie the most likely outcome.

AA Amara Amadi Under 2.5odds 2.05 Lost

Based on my analysis of recent results for both teams, I am forecasting over 2.5 total goals in this match. Both sides have shown consistent attacking form and defensive vulnerabilities in their last few games, which should lead to several scoring opportunities. I have looked at head-to-head history and current trends, and the data strongly supports this outcome. I am confident in this projection because the pace and quality of play suggest at least three goals will be scored.

KO Kemi Obi Corners: Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.07 Lost

I’m backing Dinamo City to take at least four corners against Astana. They’ve shown consistent attacking intent on the road, and Astana’s defensive setup often invites pressure from wide areas. With Dinamo’s pace on the flanks and their tendency to force goalkeeping interventions, reaching four corners feels well within reach—this is a solid, confident bet.

CL Chiamaka Lamido Under 2.5odds 2.01 Lost

I'm backing Under 2.5 goals in the match between Astana and Dinamo City. This bet is built on the expectation of a tight, low-scoring affair with few clear chances. Both sides tend to prioritize defensive structure in key moments, and I see the total staying below the 2.5 line.

FL Femi Lawal Correct score 0:2odds 34.00 Lost

I confidently predict success in sports.

SE Sunday Emenike Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.86 Won

I'm confident that Astana will score multiple goals at home, and Dinamo City will also find the net. Both teams will get on the scoresheet, with Astana's attacking strength at home securing more than one goal, while Dinamo City's threat ensures they won't leave empty-handed. This is a straightforward bet on both teams scoring with Astana putting up at least two.

OA Oluwaseun Abdullahi Over 3odds 2.27 Void

I’m confident this match will be an open, attacking game with plenty of chances. Expect at least three goals total.

JO Joseph Obi Team 1 over 2.5odds 2.83 Lost

I'm betting on over 2.5 goals and an Astana win. Their attack has been sharp at home, and the opponent's defense looks shaky on the road. Expect a high-scoring match where Astana's pressure pays off.

AA Amina Adewale Result: 1odds 1.47 Lost

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CM Comfort Mohammed Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.30 Lost

I believe Astana are the clear favorites in this match, and I expect them to win convincingly. Their form and quality give me full confidence in a decisive victory.

OO Oluwaseun Obi Over 2.5odds 1.76 Won

I confidently expect this match to be far more entertaining than the first encounter. The hosts will step up and deliver a much stronger performance.

MI Michael Igwe Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.23 Lost

Kazakhs won away, so at home they’ll crush them even harder.

WY Wale Yusuf Over 2.5odds 1.73 Won

I believe the result of our first head-to-head meeting will force the away team to play more openly, which should lead to a high-scoring game. That’s why I’m confidently predicting plenty of goals here.

OE Oluwaseun Eze Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.85 Won

I expect both teams to score. Both sides have attacking firepower and defensive weaknesses that make goals from each highly likely. The match dynamics point to an open game, so backing goals from both is the right call.

BS Bukola Sani Corners: Team 2 over 3odds 1.69 Lost

I predict that Chelsea will take fewer than 5.5 corner kicks in this match. In European competitions, opponents at Astana’s home ground average just 4.9 corners per game. With Chelsea needing to chase the game, they’ll likely push forward, but Astana’s defensive setup and the match dynamics should keep Chelsea’s corner count low. The data clearly supports a bet on under 5.5 corners.

AN Aliyu Nwosu Double chance: X2odds 2.53 Won

I'm confident that Dinamo City can hold Astana to a draw, so I'm backing X2. The Albanians have the grit to escape with at least a point.

BA Babatunde Afolabi Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.23 Lost

I'm taking the home team to win today. They have the advantage and should come out on top.

EO Emmanuel Obi Corners: Over 10.5odds 2.83 Lost

I expect a high number of corner kicks in this match. Both teams are very aggressive in attack and frequently take shots, which often leads to set pieces near the goal. This pattern has been consistent in their recent games, making corners a reliable outcome here.

KO Kayode Obi Under 2.5odds 1.98 Lost

I predict Astana and Dinamo City will not attack much, leading to a low-scoring game. The total under is the clear outcome.

DO David Okoro Handicap 1 (-1)odds 1.68 Lost

I’m confident Astana will win by at least two goals. Their form and home advantage are strong, and I expect they’ll cover the -1 handicap comfortably.

MO Musa Okonkwo Double chance: X2odds 2.76 Won

I’m confident that Dinamo City will hold onto a draw in this match. Their defensive discipline and ability to neutralize opponents’ attacks make them well-suited to secure a point, even against a stronger side. The team has shown resilience in similar situations before, and I expect them to grind out a stalemate here.

UB Uche Balogun Under 3odds 1.55 Void

I predict fewer than three goals will be scored in this match. My confidence is high because both teams prioritize defensive organization over attacking risk, and recent head-to-head meetings have consistently stayed under this total. The key players are either out of form or missing due to injury, which further limits the scoring potential. Simply put, the conditions strongly favor a low-scoring affair.

TB Tunde Balogun Team 2 under 0.5odds 1.94 Lost

I’m confident the home team takes this one. The fans will be absolutely electric, pushing them forward from the first whistle. They have the quality and the crowd behind them—there’s no way they leave without the win.

RA Rita Abiodun Over 2.5odds 1.78 Won

I predict there will be at least 3 goals scored in this match. Both teams have shown strong attacking form recently, and defensive lapses are likely to create scoring opportunities. The historical head-to-head record also supports this outcome, with previous meetings often featuring multiple goals. The game environment and key player matchups further reinforce my confidence in a high-scoring affair.

CO Chinedu Ogundipe Corners: Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.07 Won

I expect Dynamo to earn more than 3.5 corner kicks in this match. Their narrow defeat in the first leg keeps their chances alive, so they’ll push forward aggressively, which should lead to plenty of corner opportunities.

IB Ifeoma Bankole Team 1 over 1.5odds 1.55 Lost

I'm confident that Astana secured a win on the road, but I don't think that's enough to guarantee advancement. The away victory gives them an edge, but the margin may prove too narrow against a strong opponent.

IA Ikechukwu Adekunle Team 1 over 1.5odds 1.55 Lost

I expect Astana to give it their all at home on their home ice at Astana Arena, so I’m confidently predicting they’ll score 2 goals.

JS Joy Suleiman Corners: Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.07 Lost

I'm betting on corners for Dynamo—they can easily surpass this total. The team consistently generates attacking pressure, and their style of play leads to plenty of set-piece opportunities.

JL Joy Lawal Corners: Team 2 over 3.5odds 2.07 Lost

I'm confident the second team will dominate with crosses from the right side. It's going to be incredibly interesting to see them deliver a lot of dangerous balls into the box here.

AS Anthony Sowole Under 2.5odds 1.98 Lost

In the first game, the teams managed only one goal combined. I don't expect more than two goals here.

IB Ibrahim Bankole Over 2.5odds 1.78 Won

I'm confident both teams will score in this match. Astana and Dinamo City have shown enough attacking intent recently to make a goalless draw unlikely, and the defensive setups on both sides have left gaps that can be exploited. I expect an open game with goals at both ends, so backing BTTS is the clear call here.

GN Gloria Nwachukwu Corners: Under 8.5odds 2.03 Won

Astana already has the advantage from the first leg, so I don't expect them to attack heavily. The first match saw only 6 corners total, and I'm confident this one will follow the same pattern. I'm betting on a low corner count again.

JA Joseph Anyanwu Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.94 Won

I am confident that victory is one hundred percent certain. There is no doubt in my mind—the conditions are perfectly aligned, and the outcome is inevitable.

HO Hauwa Ogunleye Corners: Over 10.5odds 2.83 Lost

I believe the odds on this outcome are inflated by the bookmakers. The current price doesn't reflect the true probability, so I'm backing the value here.

GE Gift Eze Result: 1odds 1.43 Lost

I'm confident Satan will win on their home turf. They're playing well and will capitalize on home-field advantage to beat the opponent.

VA Victoria Ademola Team 2 over 0.5odds 1.73 Won

I still don't believe the Albanian powerhouse of recent years will fail to score against Astana. The teams are evenly matched, and they'll find their moment in the return leg.

CN Chinedu Nwachukwu Over 0.5odds 1.01 Won

I am confident that this match will be high-scoring. Both teams have shown a strong attacking mindset and a tendency to concede goals, which sets the stage for plenty of action. The recent form and head-to-head history support this outcome, making a bet on over 2.5 goals a solid choice.

MA Maryam Adeyemi Under 2.5odds 1.98 Lost

I predict fewer than three goals in this match. The tournament's defensive trends and both teams' cautious approach make a low-scoring result highly likely. This bet aligns with the pattern we've seen so far.

RM Rita Madu Over 2.5odds 1.78 Won

I'm betting that Astana will hit the over on their home total. Playing at home gives them a clear edge, and their opponents are inconsistent enough to let them rack up the points. The home crowd and familiar setting should push them past the line.

IO Ifeanyi Ogunleye Over 2.5odds 1.78 Won

I believe Dynamo Tirana will arrive with clear intentions to succeed and will rely on their attacking drive. Astana, on the other hand, will look to capitalize on any mistakes in the Albanian defense and should secure a positive result for themselves. My prediction is over 2.5 goals.

KM Kingsley Musa Result: Xodds 4.25 Lost

I’m confident Dinamo City will bounce back after losing the first match—they have the quality and motivation to turn things around in the second game.

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Astana vs Dinamo City — odds