Shakhter defeated by Astana

Astana edged out Shakhter, 2x1, on Sunday, in a game related to matchweek 26 of Liga Cazaquistão. Before this matchday, Roman Hryhorchuk's team came from three wins, and Nikolay Kostov's team came from two defeats.

Donjet Shkodra opened the score after 34 minutes.

With 54 minutes on the clock, Marin Tomasov struck for Astana. In an unlucky moment Milos Vidovic scored an own goal in the 66th minute.

After the result Astana are 1st in the table, with 56 points, while Shakhter sit 7th place, with 33 points. In relation to forthcoming league matches, Roman Hryhorchuk's team visit Zhetysu, whilst Nikolay Kostov's team will host Tobol.