The sixth round of the UEFA Champions League will see FC Kairat Almaty welcome Olympiacos Piraeus to the Ortalyk Stadion in Kazakhstan on Tuesday.
Kairat have endured a challenging campaign in Europe’s club competition, having lost four of their first five games. Their recent Champions League form shows a team that is struggling to secure points. They lost their last game, following a 3-2 away defeat to FC Copenhagen.
The Greek giants, on the other hand, have fared better but are also finding it tough in the competition. However, they have gone on a three-game winning streak since their 3-1 defeat to Real Madrid in their last UCL match. They will take confidence from their domestic form, having secured a 3-0 victory against OFI Crete.
Read our Kairat vs Olympiacos predictions and preview to find out, but remember to also check our other UEFA Champions League predictions.
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Kairat vs Olympiacos prediction: Away team to win
Key statistics
- Olympiacos have taken a first-half lead in three of their last five matches.
- The Thrylos have won four of their last five games across all competitions.
- Both teams have played BTTS in three of their last five Champions League games.
Correct score prediction: Kairat 1-2 Olympiacos
Based on the overall quality of the Greek side and the difficulties Kairat faces in winning matches in European competition, we predict a narrow away victory. Olympiacos possess greater experience and depth within their squad, factors which could prove decisive in this game.
Although the Greek team suffered a loss in their last European match, their attacking unit remains sharp, having scored consistently in recent domestic fixtures. We believe that the Thrylos will win this game and we are predicting a narrow 2-1 victory for the visitors.
Pre-match odds and win probability: Olympiacos are clear favourites
- Home: 5/1 (6.00) – 16.7%
- Draw: 16/5 (4.20) – 23.8%
- Away: 8/15 (1.53) – 65.2%
*Odds provided by Ladbrokes. Subject to change.*
Olympiacos go into this clash as strong favourites with odds of 1.53, implying a 65.2% chance of victory. Kairat sit as the underdogs at 6.00 (16.7%), while the draw is priced at 4.20 (23.8%), suggesting Olympiacos should win the game.
Most recent head-to-head: The two teams have no history
Both teams have not met in any competitive games, making this their first recorded encounter. This absence of a head-to-head record places extra emphasis on the current competitive form of both teams in the Champions League.
While Kairat have struggled for results, Olympiacos are rated as the stronger side based on their current league position and recent European pedigree and they will be looking to secure a first win in this specific fixture.
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Kairat preview: Key attacking absences
Kairat have a few injury problems and will be without Joao Paulo and Elder Santana, both sidelined. Their absence weakens Kairat’s attacking options and reduces depth in the final third.
Predicted lineup: Anarbekov (GK), Mrynskiy, Shirobokov, Sorokin, Tapalov, Kasabulat, Glazer, Gromyko, Jorginho, Satpaev & Edmilson Filho
Last five fixtures
- 26.11.25 – FC Copenhagen 3–2 Kairat Almaty
- 05.11.25 – Inter 2–1 Kairat Almaty
- 26.10.25 – Kairat Almaty 1–1 FC Astana
- 21.10.25 – Kairat Almaty 0–0 Pafos
- 17.10.25 – Kyzylzhar 0–1 Kairat Almaty
Olympiacos preview: Minor but important injury setback
Olympiacos are not really troubled by injuries and have only one confirmed absence, goalkeeper Alexandros Paschalakis, who is ruled out.
Predicted lineup: Tzolakis (GK), Rodinei, Retsos, Pirola, Ortega, Dani Garcia, Mouzakitis, Gelson Martins, Chiquinho, Podence & El Kaabi
Last five fixtures
- 06.12.25 – Olympiacos 3–0 OFI Crete
- 03.12.25 – Ellas Syrou 2–5 Olympiacos
- 30.11.25 – Panetolikos 0–1 Olympiacos
- 26.11.25 – Olympiacos 3–4 Real Madrid
- 22.11.25 – Olympiacos 3–0 Atromitos
Player to watch: Ayoub El Kaabi
Ayoub El Kaabi is a key figure to focus upon in this game, representing the most potent attacking weapon for the Olympiacos side. The Moroccan striker is in excellent goalscoring form, consistently finding the net in domestic competition.
This season, El Kaabi has secured two goals and one assist in the Champions League, showing his importance in the final third. His influence in attack will play a key role in ensuring the visitors secure the victory.