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Wales resume World Cup 2026 qualifying action as they face far-flung Kazakhstan in Astana.

Craig Bellamy’s side come into the contest off the back of heartbreak against Belgium, with Kevin De Bruyne’s 88th-minute winner condemning them to a 4-3 defeat – their first of the qualifying campaign.

They nevertheless got the better of Kazakhstan in their last meeting, steadying themselves after an unexpected fright to win 3-1 in Cardiff back in March, although have had to make the mammoth trip to central Asia for the reverse fixture.

Wales are currently second in Group J after four games with seven points but come into today’s clash with a notable omission, with captain Aaron Ramsey left out of the squad by Bellamy.

HALF-TIME! Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales

The referee blows the whistle and Wales lead at the break courtesy of Kieffer Moore’s goal.

Chris Wilson4 September 2025 15:49

Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales

45 mins

Cheers as the hosts come forward there, led by Satpaev, before it comes to Kenzhebek, who sees a shot blocked. It rebounds out to Kassym, but he fires well wide.

One minute of added time to come.

Chris Wilson4 September 2025 15:47

Kazakhstan 0-1 Wales

42 mins

Mepham’s drive from distance is saved easily but Wales regain possession right away, before Wilson wins a free-kick near shooting range.

It’s around the same distance Szoboszlai scored from at the weekend (probably less), so it can be done!

Wilson hits it into the wall anyway.

Chris Wilson4 September 2025 15:45