Anderlecht prepares for Kairat Almaty Europa League qualifier

RSC Anderlecht is set to host Kairat Almaty at Lotto Park in Brussels for a Europa League qualifying match. Following a commanding 4-0 victory in the first leg in Almaty, the Belgian side holds a significant advantage and is close to securing a place in the league phase.

Kairat Almaty faces a difficult task, requiring at least three goals to force extra time. The Kazakh champions have struggled in recent away matches and previously exited Champions League qualifying against Levski Sofia.

In club news, Anderlecht's new Moroccan striker, Tawfik Bentayeb, is unlikely to debut in the upcoming match against Kairat. Although the player recently signed a four-year contract from Union Sportive Touarga, administrative delays regarding his work contract have prevented him from training with the full squad and obtaining qualification in time for Thursday's fixture.