England U21 and Kazakhstan U21 meet on Friday, Sep 25 at 6:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Qualification – Group D. England U21 hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

England U21 come into this fixture in red-hot form (4W from last 5). Kazakhstan U21 travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. England U21 won their last outing, while Kazakhstan U21 suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

History strongly favours England U21 here — they've won 3 of 3 previous meetings against Kazakhstan U21. Their last encounter ended in Kazakhstan U21 won 0–2.

Verdict: England U21 look the stronger side on current evidence. Expect them to control proceedings at home, though Kazakhstan U21 will make it uncomfortable. England U21 to win.