Astana vs Lausanne: UEFA Conference League Qualification Prediction (14.08.2025)

On Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 13:00 UTC, at the Astana Arena, in the second leg of the UEFA Conference League qualification semi-finals, Astana will face Lausanne.

Bookmakers rate the teams as roughly equal in strength. However, given the result of the first leg, the odds of advancing to the next round are 7.40 for the hosts versus 1.09 for the visitors. Let’s look at the teams’ current form and provide our match prediction.

Astana

Astana are in good form and are competing for first place in the Kazakhstan Premier League. They went into the summer break after a resounding 7–0 win over Turan. Taking advantage of the domestic league pause, the club was able to fully focus on the UEFA Conference League qualifiers, where they entered in the second round.

They first faced Zimbru of Moldova. The home leg in Kazakhstan ended 1–1, while in the away leg, Astana won 2–0. Despite the result, the Yellow-Blues played better in front of their home fans. Away from home, they played second-fiddle football but converted 2 out of 2 shots on target. A similar scenario can be expected in the upcoming match, though at home, Astana will likely play far more aggressively than in the first leg.

Lausanne

Last season, Lausanne finished only fifth in the Swiss Super League. Therefore, expectations are modest for the upcoming matches, especially since there have been no significant squad changes.

The Swiss side have a tendency to concede frequently. For example, last season they allowed 54 goals in 38 rounds. In each of their four preseason friendlies—against much weaker opponents—Lausanne also conceded. This trend has continued into official matches this season.

In the second round of the UEFA Conference League qualifiers, Lausanne lost the first leg to Vardar 1–2, but crushed their opponents in the return leg 5–0.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Last week, the teams met for the first time. Lausanne won 3–1 at home. Statistically, the game was close, but the Swiss side were far sharper and more accurate in the decisive phases of attack.

Prediction

In the Astana vs Lausanne match, we expect a high-scoring game. The Kazakh side must take risks and will likely increase their attacking output at home. The visitors, meanwhile, concede regularly and lack defensive stability. Recommended bet: Over 2.5 total goals — odds 1.57.