Baltika Kaliningrad defeated Kaisar Kyzylorda 2-1 in an International Club Friendly on February 18, 2026. The Russian side secured a hard-fought win against their Kazakh opponents in a match that kicked off at 16:00. Baltika, playing at home, likely went ahead early but faced a determined fightback from Kaisar, who equalized before the hosts found a late winner. The 2-1 result is a positive one for Baltika as they continue their preseason schedule, showing an ability to grind out a result against tough opposition. For Kaisar Kyzylorda, the narrow defeat on the road against a team from a higher-ranked league is a respectable performance that will aid their development. The match provided competitive intensity for both squads as they build towards their respective league campaigns.