Can Anderlecht pull off a result at Home Arena? That's the big question ahead of their UEFA Europa League. Qualifying stage. Final. First leg trip to face Kairat Almaty on Thursday, August 20, 2026, kick-off at 17:00. Located in Germany, the ground will be packed with passionate home supporters. Referee Sascha Stegemann will have his hands full. Weather: Windy, 16°C. Kairat Almaty could be short-handed without Schmidt, though Anderlecht have their own worries with Schmidt in doubt. Historical context: Anderlecht 1 - 0 Kairat Almaty (2022). Anderlecht 1 - 4 Kairat Almaty (2024). Anderlecht 1 - 2 Kairat Almaty (2022). Anderlecht 4 - 2 Kairat Almaty (2021). Anderlecht 0 - 3 Kairat Almaty (2021). Prediction: 2:1.