Hello and welcome to another MARCA in English live blog, as Kairat Almaty will host Real Madrid in what promises to be a stark contrast in form and expectation. The match takes place at the Ortalyq Stadium in Kazakhstan.

On one hand, Kairat enters the contest with a relatively modest European track record: their Champions League journey began with a tough 4-1 defeat to Sporting, and while their home record is stronger, they have conceded four goals already this campaign. They remain an underdog, relying on home comfort and the energy of their supporters to upset the balance.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid comes into the match reeling from a 5-2 derby loss to Atlético, yet in Europe they still carry the weight of dominance: they've won 13 of their last 16 group stage matches and seldom fail to find the net.

Their attack, bolstered by top talent, is expected to test Kairat's defense relentlessly, especially if injuries or rotation weaken Madrid's back line.

On paper, this is a mismatch, but Kairat aim to exploit any complacency or rust in Real Madrid's setup. The Spanish side must balance aggression with caution, and will likely dominate possession while probing weaknesses in their host's structure.

Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid - Latest updates

When is Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid?

Kick-off in Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid is 18:45 CEST. That means fans in the UK and Ireland can tune in at 17:45.

Fans in the USA, meanwhile, will find Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid starting at 12:45 ET / 10:45 PT.

Where to watch Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid?

Kairat Almaty vs Real Madrid can be seen on Amazon Prime Video, Paramount+, or DAZN in the USA, and TNT Sports 2 in the UK and Ireland.