Altay FK edged out FC Shakhtyor Karagandy 2-1 in an entertaining Kazakhstan Division 1 encounter on May 29, 2025. The home side claimed a crucial victory in a match that saw momentum swing both ways, ultimately moving them up the league standings. Altay started brightly and were rewarded with an opening goal midway through the first half, capitalizing on a defensive error. Shakhtyor Karagandy, however, fought back and found an equalizer early in the second period, setting up a tense finale. The winning goal came from a well-worked set-piece with about fifteen minutes remaining, as Altay's striker rose highest to head home. The visitors pushed for a second equalizer but found the home defense and goalkeeper in resilient form, securing all three points for Altay FK.