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Club Brugge Secures Important Victory in Europa Conference League

Published January 20, 2026, 18:17

Club Brugge achieved a significant victory over Kairat Almaty with a score of 4-1 at the 'Astana Arena', boosting their chances of qualifying for the knockout stages of the Europa Conference League. The Belgians now have 7 points and only need a win in the final matchday, at home against Marseille, to secure their participation. Club Brugge took the lead with goals from Stankovic in the 32nd minute and Vanaken in the 38th, while Vermeeren increased the score to 74th and Mechele made it 4-0 in the 84th. Kairat scored a consolation goal with Santibekov in the 90th minute. This victory gave Club Brugge a significant advantage in the battle for qualification, as Kairat remains in last place with only one point. Club Brugge showed good performance and effectiveness in attack, while Kairat was unable to respond to the pressure from the Belgians.