Ireland U21 and Kazakhstan U21 meet on Monday, Jun 29 at 6:00 PM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the Qualification – Group D. Ireland U21 hold the advantage but neither side can afford to drop points.

Ireland U21 come into this fixture out of form (1W 2L recently). Kazakhstan U21 travel struggling badly (0W 4L in last 5), which may hand the initiative to the hosts. Ireland U21 won their last outing, while Kazakhstan U21 suffered defeat — home advantage backed by momentum.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Ireland U21 and Kazakhstan U21 have split their 1 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–0W). Their last encounter ended in Kazakhstan U21 won 0–1.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Ireland U21 a slight edge, but Kazakhstan U21 are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.