UEFA Champions League Qualifying Round 1
Sutjeska 0 - 2 FT Kairat Almaty
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Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Corners
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
25' Marko Simun
29' Aleksa Golubovic
HT
46' โ P. Anicic โK. Campbell
56' โ V. Cavor โA. Boljevic
56' โ M. Simun โM. Camara
65' Andrija Raลพnatoviฤ
I. Bekbolat 68'
โ I. Bekbolat โE. Tapalov 69'
75' โ M. Mrvaljevic โS. Babic
75' โ J. Cadjenovic โB. Toskovic
80' Andrija Raลพnatoviฤ
80' Andrija Raลพnatoviฤ
โ O. Jukkola โEdmilson 81'
Jorginho 83'
โ L. Mata โL. Kurgin 86'
โ A. Sadybekov โO. Baybek 86'
โ Jorginho โA. Tuyakbaev 86'
88' Deni Hoฤko
Jaakko Oksanen 89'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Sutjeska
Goalkeepers
V. Giljen
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Defenders
A. Golubovic
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A. Babic
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B. Kopitovic
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A. Raznatovic
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Midfielders
J. Cadjenovic
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D. Hocko
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M. Simun
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V. Cavor
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P. Anicic
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Forwards
M. Mrvaljevic
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BENCH
T. Durovic
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M. Vracar
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R. Dedic
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M. Camara
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I. Pajovic
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A. Boljevic
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A. Scekic
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D. Cetkovic
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A. Kecojevic
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B. Toskovic
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S. Babic
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K. Campbell
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Kairat Almaty
Goalkeepers
Temirlan Anarbekov
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Defenders
Luรญs Mata
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Lucas รfrico
👻 Invisible Nothing to note
Aleksandr Shirobokov
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Aleksandr Mrynskiy
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Midfielders
Jaakko Oksanen
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Adilet Sadybekov
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Jorge Monteiro
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Oiva Jukkola
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Forwards
Ismail Bekbolat
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Marc Gual
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BENCH
D. Buch
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Sherkhan Kalmurza
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Lev Kurgin
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Erkin Tapalov
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A. Nurgaliev
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Damir Kasabulat
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Olzhas Baybek
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Azamat Tuyakbayev
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M. Abish
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Edmilson
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M. Birkurmanov
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Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
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Kairat Punish Toothless Sutjeska in Qualifiers
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 16/100. Kairat Almaty ruthlessly dispatched a self-destructive home side to take total command of this crucial European qualifier.
A Cagey Opening
The atmosphere at Stadion Gradski crackled with early nerves. European nights demand composure, but Sutjeska looked frantic from the first touch. The high Stakes of this opening qualifying round clearly weighed heavily on the Montenegrin side. They tried to disrupt the rhythm, flying into challenges and breaking up play before any true momentum could build. Vladan Giljen attempted to organize a chaotic backline, but the writing was on the wall early. Kairat Almaty remained remarkably calm amidst the physical onslaught. They absorbed the initial pressure without breaking a sweat. The visitors simply waited for the home side to tire themselves out, keeping the ball moving and refusing to get dragged into a messy midfield brawl. They understood that surviving the initial hostile atmosphere was half the battle, and they executed that defensive strategy perfectly.
The Discipline Collapse
The match pivoted entirely on sheer indiscipline. You cannot afford to lose your head in continental knockout football. Sutjeska did exactly that. A flurry of reckless tackles resulted in four yellow cards, steadily killing their own momentum. When the inevitable red card flashed, the Balance of the tie shifted permanently. Down to ten men, the home team completely surrendered the midfield. Kairat Almaty immediately capitalized on the extra space. They edged possession, pushing their lines higher and pinning the hosts deep in their own penalty area. Joรฃo Paulo orchestrated the attacking phases beautifully for the visitors, patiently picking apart the exhausted defensive block. Two clinical finishes followed, ruthlessly punishing the home side's earlier aggression. Kairat peppered the target with precise attempts, fully exposing the glaring gaps left by the dismissed player.
A Mountain to Climb
A 2-0 victory away from home practically ends the debate before the return leg. The Intensity vanished from the stadium entirely after the second goal went in. Sutjeska offered absolutely zero threat in response, failing to register a single shot on target throughout the entire ninety minutes. Their offensive output was entirely nullified by a resolute visiting defense. Kairat effectively killed the game, managing the remaining minutes with veteran precision. Any hope of a massive Upset in the reverse fixture now looks genuinely laughable. The home side must drastically rethink their tactical approach, but the damage is likely already fatal. Kairat will welcome them next week knowing the heavy lifting is completely finished. They simply need to avoid an uncharacteristic collapse on home soil to safely book their ticket to the next stage.
Key Questions
Why did Sutjeska struggle so much?
Sutjeska lacked discipline, suffering four yellow cards and a red card, while miserably failing to register a single shot on target all match.
Does Kairat Almaty advance now?
Kairat holds a massive 2-0 advantage heading into the second leg, making them overwhelming favorites to progress to the next qualifying round.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Archive note: this preview was written after the match was played.
A Tight Opening Exchange in Montenegro
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 18/100. With a place in the next qualifying round hanging in the balance, fine margins will dictate this gritty opening leg.
The Setup
Early European football returns to Stadion Gradski this July 15, 2026. Sutjeska host Kairat Almaty in a quintessential first-round qualifier. The global Stakes might appear low to neutral observers, but for these two clubs, survival in the continental calendar is paramount. A modest Balance rating points to a scrappy affair where neither side holds a clear technical advantage. Expect physical duels over flowing football as both teams feel each other out.
Key Battle
With both squads shaking off summer rust, the central midfield zones will decide the flow. Sutjeska must construct a rigid defensive wall to neutralize Kairat Almaty's creative trio. The visitors will lean heavily on D. Satpaev, V. Gromyko, and O. Arad to dictate possession. If that midfield engine stutters, Kairat will struggle to break down the home side's rearguard.
Our Prediction
A cagey draw. Both teams lack the attacking sharpness typical of mid-season form, reflected by a sluggish Form rating across the board. Neither manager will want to throw caution to the wind in the first leg. We expect a tense, low-scoring encounter that leaves everything to play for in the return fixture.