The iconic San Siro stadium in Milan is the backdrop for a UEFA Champions League league phase mismatch as Italian giants Inter host Kazakh champions Kairat Almaty. This Matchday 4 fixture features the competition’s form team against a debutant side struggling for points. Inter, under manager Cristian Chivu, have been flawless in Europe, boasting a perfect record and an unbreached defence. Kairat Almaty, representing the most geographically distant city in the competition, arrive in Milan having taken just one point from their opening three games and facing a historic challenge against the Nerazzurri’s dominance. This match is a clear test of Inter’s relentless pursuit of a high seeding against Kairat’s desperate fight for respectability.
Match Details
This midweek Champions League contest is a critical match for Inter’s campaign and a monumental challenge for Kairat Almaty.
DetailInformationCompetitionUEFA Champions League – League Phase (Matchday 4)DateWednesday, November 5, 2025Kick-off8:00 PM GMT (9:00 PM CET)VenueStadio San Siro, Milan, Italy
Team Form and Analysis for Inter
Domestic Form and European Performance
Inter are in formidable form across all competitions. Domestically, they are vying for the Serie A title, having won six of their last seven league fixtures, including a dramatic 2-1 victory over Hellas Verona at the weekend. In the Champions League, their performance has been exemplary, securing a perfect nine points from three matches (4-0 vs Union Saint-Gilloise, 3-0 vs Slavia Prague, 2-0 vs Ajax).
The Nerazzurri currently sit at the top of the overall Champions League league phase table, tied on points with a handful of other European powerhouses. Their success has been built on an impenetrable defence; Inter are the only team in the competition to have not conceded a single goal in the league phase so far. Manager Cristian Chivu is aiming to become the first manager to record clean sheet victories in each of his first four UCL matches. Their attacking output is also strong, having scored nine goals. Despite injury concerns for key players like Henrikh Mkhitaryan and Matteo Darmian, Inter’s depth allows them to maintain a high level of performance.
Key Player: Lautaro Martínez
Striker Lautaro Martínez remains the talisman and leading goalscorer for Inter across all competitions. His instinctive finishing, relentless work rate, and ability to link up play are crucial components of the Nerazzurri’s attacking strategy. Martínez is expected to spearhead the attack alongside a younger partner, and his composure and clinical nature will be the deciding factor in breaking down Kairat’s anticipated deep defensive setup.
Team Form and Analysis for Kairat Almaty
Domestic Form and European Performance
Kairat Almaty are the reigning champions of the Kazakhstan Premier League, but their European journey has been fraught with challenges. They are competing in the Champions League league phase for the first time in their history and have struggled against elite opposition, having secured only one point from their three matches (a 0-0 home draw against Pafos FC, alongside losses to Real Madrid and Sporting CP).
The Kazakh side currently sit in 35th place in the Champions League league phase table. Their difficulties stem from a struggle to find the net, as they are one of only two clubs in the competition to have scored just once. Furthermore, they are out of their domestic season, which ended in late October. Manager Rafael Urazbakhtin will be forced to field a weakened attack due to the absence of key Brazilian forwards, which will likely necessitate a highly defensive, containment strategy at San Siro.
Key Player: Dastan Satpayev
Young forward Dastan Satpayev is expected to lead the line for Kairat Almaty in the absence of more experienced forwards. Despite his youth, the 19-year-old Kazakh prodigy has been noted for his energy, movement, and willingness to press high. While attacking chances will be scarce, Satpayev’s enthusiasm and potential to hold up the ball for counter-attacking moments will be the primary source of any offensive relief for the heavily favoured visitors.
Head-to-Head Record between the Teams
This Matchday 4 fixture will mark a historic occasion as there is no previous head-to-head competitive meeting between Inter and Kairat Almaty.
MetricInter WinsDrawsKairat Almaty WinsTotal Competitive Meetings000Most Recent ResultN/A
This first-ever meeting between a club from Italy and a club from Kazakhstan provides a fresh slate, though Inter’s strong record when facing a club for the first time in the Champions League (winning nine of the last ten such games) adds a layer of confidence for the home side.
Players to Watch
Inter
Piotr Zieliński (Midfielder): The Croatian international provides creativity and an engine in the midfield. His incisive passing and ability to score from distance will be vital for breaking down Kairat’s deep, compact lines.
Alessandro Bastoni (Defender): The centre-back is crucial to Inter’s build-up play, often stepping out of defence to start attacks. His composure and progressive passing will be key in orchestrating the offensive against a retreating opponent.
Kairat Almaty
Dan Glazer (Midfielder): The defensive midfielder will be tasked with protecting the back line and disrupting Inter’s rhythm. His relentless tackling and positional awareness are essential to minimizing the space Inter’s playmakers can exploit.
Sergey Malyi (Defender): Expected to anchor the defence, the veteran defender’s experience and physical presence will be tested by the movement of Lautaro Martínez and his strike partner.
Prediction
The significant gulf in class, form, and experience heavily favors the home side. Inter’s perfect start, impeccable defensive record, and potent attack, even with rotation, position them as overwhelming favourites. Kairat Almaty’s inability to score consistently and their struggles away from home, exacerbated by key attacking injuries, make a result in Milan highly improbable. Inter will dominate possession, control the tempo, and ultimately secure a decisive victory to maintain their 100% record and secure another clean sheet.
Score Prediction: Inter 4-0 Kairat Almaty
Live Stream and TV Broadcast Information
This UEFA Champions League fixture is scheduled for broadcast across various platforms.
In the United Kingdom (UK), the match will be televised live on TNT Sports 7, with coverage beginning at 7:45 PM GMT. The game can be streamed via the Discovery+ app and website for subscribers.
In the United States (US), the match is available to stream on Paramount+ and ViX.
Check local TV and streaming listings in other regions for the most accurate broadcast information.
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