- 1 Omonia Nicosia vs Kairat Almaty: a first-leg clash that could already decide the tie
- 2 Omonia aim to prove they are back among the front-runners
- 3 Kairat arrive in top form
- 4 Expected lineups :
- 5 Champions League prediction : Omonia Nicosia vs Kairat Almaty
- 6 First, a word on our predictions
- 7 No commitment from us
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Omonia Nicosia vs Kairat Almaty: a first-leg clash that could already decide the tie 
The second qualifying round of the Champions League throws up a finely balanced meeting between two national champions both hoping to keep their European run alive. Omonia are back in the continent’s biggest competition, looking to take the next step, while Kairat Almaty are out to back up the progress they have made in recent seasons.
This first leg in Nicosia could carry serious weight in the outcome of the tie. The Cypriots will lean on their home strength to get their noses in front before a tricky trip to Kazakhstan.
Omonia aim to prove they are back among the front-runners 
Champions of Cyprus by a comfortable margin last season, Omonia head into this European campaign with plenty of confidence. Under Henning Berg, the Nicosia club has found real stability and is riding a superb unbeaten run that stretches back several months, across competitive matches and friendlies.
Their summer build-up has done little to break that rhythm. The Cypriots have kept their familiar shape while bringing in a few useful additions. The most recent win over Panetolikos saw Andronikos Kakoullis grab a brace, a timely boost for the attack heading into this European test.
In front of their own fans, Omonia will look to set the tempo early. The experience they have built up in recent European campaigns is no small asset when a tie like this starts to tighten.
Kairat arrive in top form
The Kazakhstan champions wasted no time getting their European season up and running. After seeing off Sutjeska in the previous round, Kairat backed it up with another convincing league win, extending a run of seven straight victories in all competitions.
Rafael Urazbakhtin’s side have been sharp going forward. They score freely, often more than once a game, and they are especially dangerous when the ball turns over. The expected returns of Jaakko Oksanen and Aleksandr Martynovich should also add some balance to the side.
Even with real ambition on the road, the Kazakhs know Nicosia is one of the toughest trips they will face in this campaign. Getting anything positive before the second leg would count as a solid result.
Expected lineups :
Omonia Nicosia : Fabiano; Odubajo, Coulibaly, N. Panagiotou, Balkovec; Kousoulos, Maric; Costa, Tankovic, Montnor; Kakoullis.
Kairat Almaty : Anarbekov; Mrynskiy, Shirobokov, Lucas Africo, Machado Mata; Sadybekov, Oksanen; Bekbolat, Jorginho, Jukkola; Gual.
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Champions League prediction : Omonia Nicosia vs Kairat Almaty
Omonia Nicosia to win
Both teams arrive in good shape, but Omonia have a few things in their favour. The Cypriots have gone a long way without a defeat, cruised to the title last season and now have enough European experience to handle this sort of contest with a bit more calm.
Home advantage could also tip the balance. Omonia usually look more aggressive on their own patch and will want to build an advantage before a tricky return trip to Kazakhstan. Kakoullis’ strong pre-season form only adds to their attacking options.
Kairat are on a fine run too, but their schedule is already piling up and this first leg looks a step up from the previous round. Under those conditions, an Omonia win looks the likeliest outcome.
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