FK Taraz secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Ekibastuzets in the Kazakhstan Division 1 on September 12, 2025. The match, played at the Taraz Central Stadium, was decided by a solitary goal, earning Taraz three valuable points in their league campaign. The decisive moment came in the 58th minute when Taraz's midfielder unleashed a powerful strike from the edge of the box that flew into the bottom corner, leaving the Ekibastuzets goalkeeper with no chance. The home side had dominated possession for large spells, with Ekibastuzets offering a threat primarily on the counter-attack. The visitors' best opportunity came late in the game, but their striker's header was superbly tipped onto the crossbar by the Taraz keeper, preserving the clean sheet. The win propelled Taraz up the Division 1 table, strengthening their position in the promotion race, while Ekibastuzets were left to rue missed chances. The Taraz coach hailed his team's persistence, and the Ekibastuzets manager pointed to a lapse in concentration for the game's only goal.