Riga FC and Kairat Almaty draw 1-1 in Conference League opener

Riga FC and Kairat Almaty played to a 1-1 draw in their opening match of the UEFA Conference League at the Skonto Stadium. The match saw rapid scoring, with both goals occurring within the first twelve minutes.

Kairat Almaty took an early lead in the fifth minute through a penalty converted by Marc Gual. Riga FC responded quickly in the twelfth minute when Salah-Eddine Oulad M’Hand scored following an assist from Maksims Toņiševs.

Despite Riga FC maintaining significant control and possession throughout the match, they were unable to secure a home victory. Both teams earn one point from the opening matchday, placing Riga FC in 21st and Kairat Almaty in 16th in the league phase standings.