Postmatch editorial
The market favourite delivered for Kairat
The final score was Kairat 3-1 Fola Esch. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Artur Shushenachev put the first mark on the match 12', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Kairat led Shots on target 6-2. Fola Esch also shaded Possession 41%-59%.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Kairat the favourite at 83.3% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Kairat
83.3%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
KairatKairat
Fola Esch
6
2
Possession
Fola EschKairat
Fola Esch
41%
59%
Corners
Kairat
Fola Esch
4
4