Kairat edged out Zhetysu in a close win on Sunday, 1x2, in a game related to matchweek 22 of Liga Cazaquistão. To this matchday, Askar Kozhabergenov 's team came from a draw, and Kirill Keker's team came from a win. João Paulo was the star with 2 goals.
The first goal was scored by Nurbol Nurbergen after 11 minutes. After 33 minutes, João Paulo fired home for Kairat.
Forward scored the winner in the 62nd minute. Deep into added time, Macky Bagnack saw a red card after receiving his second yellow
After the result Kairat are 4th in the table, with 38 points, while Zhetysu sit 9th place, with 25 points. In their next fixture, Kirill Keker's team will host Shakhter, while Askar Kozhabergenov 's team will play away against Tobol.