In a thrilling encounter at Okzhetpes Stadium on October 26, 2025, the home side Okzhetpes edged out Turan Turkistan 4-3 in a dizzying back-and-forth contest that was as much a battle of wills as it was a display of skill. Both teams entered the match battling their own demons and desperately seeking a foothold on the season, and this high-scoring affair provided a spark that each needed.
Turan Turkistan struck first in the 7th minute, taking a fleeting lead that hinted at an upset for the beleaguered visitors. The early goal, however, only served to awaken Okzhetpes, who responded almost immediately. Within two minutes, Dauren Zhumat leveled the score, igniting the passions of the home crowd which had witnessed five consecutive losses before this encounter. Zhumat's goal served as a harbinger of his remarkable performance, as he would go on to net a hat trick that ultimately secured the victory for his side.
The first half developed into a chaotic spectacle marked by two more quick goals. After Strahinja Jovanović put Okzhetpes in front in the 34th minute, Yuriy Pertsukh of Turan Turkistan struck back just two minutes later, knotting the score at 2-2. But it was Okzhetpes who would have the last word before the break, with Zhumat scoring again in the closing moments of the half to give the home side a narrow 3-2 lead at the interval.
The second half saw Turan Turkistan push for an equalizer, and they found it in the 58th minute through another unknown scorer, once again putting the pressure on Okzhetpes. But Zhumat, undaunted, completed his hat trick in the 79th minute, demonstrating both agility and precision. His third goal not only sealed the win but underscored his importance to the team, especially after the blow of being on the wrong side of a 7-1 demolition by Ordabasy just a week earlier.
The match concluded with Okzhetpes celebrating a vital three points, lifting them to 32 points in the league and keeping their hopes of a mid-table finish alive. Meanwhile, Turan Turkistan continues to languish in the relegation zone, now sitting at 14th place with only 16 points, a grim picture for a team that has faltered in their last several outings, including a recent 6-3 defeat.
Reflecting on the contest, this clash provided more than just a scoreline; it was a much-needed affirmation for Okzhetpes as they seek to turn the tide of their season. For Turan Turkistan, the struggle continues, as they will need to regroup and find solutions if they hope to avoid being consigned to the lower echelons as the season draws to a close. The stakes are high, with both teams finding themselves at crucial junctures in the season where every point becomes a lifeline. As the league moves forward, both sides will look to build on this match's intensity, pushing them toward their respective goals, survival for Turan Turkistan, and redemption for Okzhetpes.