Kazakhstan keep Belgium waiting for World Cup ticket
Kazakhstan's goalkeeper Temirlan Anarbekov, Belgium's forward Romeo Vermant and Kazakhstan's defender #05 Bagdat Kairov vie for the ball during the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers Europe zone group J football match between Kazakhstan and Belgium at the Astana Arena in Astana on November 15, 2025. (Photo by STANISLAV FILIPPOV / AFP)
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They now turn to Tuesday's home clash with Liechtenstein, where a positive result should secure their ticket to the finals in the United States, Canada and Mexico.
Belgium fell behind in the ninth minute to a strike from Dastan Satpaev but hit back early in the second half through Hans Vanaken.
The standout performer was Kazakhstan's 22-year-old goalkeeper Temirlan Anarbekov of Kairat Almaty, who delivered a superb display in just his second full international appearance.
Belgium remain top of Group J with 15 points and, thanks to their strong goal difference, are likely to clinch qualification with at least a draw on Tuesday.
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