Inter 2-1 Kairat Player Ratings: Nerazzurri Claim Narrow Win in Home UCL Fixture

Inter battled past a determined Kairat side to claim a 2–1 victory in the Champions League. From the outset, the hosts set out to dominate, dictating possession and peppering the visitors’ goal with chances in a first half that often resembled a shooting gallery.

Inter star Lautaro Martinez eventually broke the deadlock just before halftime, seemingly paving the way for a comfortable win. But Kairat refused to back down. Their captain, Ofri Arad, silenced the home crowd with a surprise equalizer early in the second half, forcing Inter to dig deep. In the end, it was Carlos Augusto who emerged as the unlikely hero, netting a late winner to secure three vital points for the Nerazzurri in a thrilling European contest. Check out Sportsdunia's Inter vs Kairat Player Ratings from the UCL game.

Inter Player Ratings vs Kairat

Here are SportsDunia's Inter Player Ratings from Inter Milan vs Kairat UCL game:

Goalkeeper

Yann Sommer - 6.5: Had a relatively quiet evening for large spells. He made two decent saves when called upon, including one from a tricky header. Couldn't do much about the goal he conceded. A standard, professional performance without any major scares.

Defenders

Stefan de Vrij - 7.0: A rock at the back. We noticed he was incredibly composed, winning the majority of his duels and making 10 crucial clearances. His passing from the back was tidy and helped launch attacks. A very solid and reliable showing from the Dutchman.

Carlos Augusto - 8.0: Scored the winning goal which says a lot. Beyond that, his performance was top-notch. He was excellent in possession, rarely misplacing a pass and making key tackles. He was a constant threat moving forward and defensively sound. An all-action display.

Yann Bisseck - 7.0: A physically dominant performance. What stood out to us was his strength in duels, winning 8 of 11 battles. He was strong in the air and carried the ball forward with confidence. A really encouraging and powerful display from the young defender before being subbed.

Midfielders

Denzel Dumfries - 6.5: Got up and down the right flank as expected. He put in a shift but his final ball was lacking, with only one of his three crosses finding a teammate. He was caught out defensively a couple of times. An average performance, we expected a bit more from him.

Piotr Zieliński - 7.5: A classy operator in the middle of the park. He dictated the tempo with his crisp passing and created a couple of decent chances. He seemed to glide past players and was a calming influence. A very intelligent and effective performance.

Davide Frattesi - 6.5: Brought his usual energy and combativeness to the midfield. He made four tackles and was a disruptive force. However, he was a bit careless in possession, losing the ball nine times. A mixed bag of industry and impatience.

Nicolò Barella - 6.5: A typically busy performance, but not his most effective. He lost possession an uncharacteristic 19 times and his final product wasn't quite there. Picked up a yellow card for a rash challenge. Looked a bit frustrated out there.

Federico Dimarco - 8.5: The best player on the pitch. From our perspective, he was the creative engine for the entire team. He delivered an incredible 13 crosses and created five chances. His energy was infectious and he gave the Kairat defense nightmares all evening. Absolutely fantastic performance.

Forwards

Lautaro Martínez - 7.5: Led the line with typical aggression and quality. He took his goal well, a real poacher's finish to break the deadlock. He was a constant threat with five shots in just 46 minutes of play. Job done for the captain before being rested.

Pio Esposito - 6.0: A very frustrating night for the young forward. He got an assist which is a plus. But, he missed three big chances. He got into great positions but his finishing let him down badly. A learning experience for him.

Manager

C. Chivu - 7.0: His team got the job done, securing three vital points. The game plan to attack relentlessly created numerous chances. However, he will be concerned by the team's wastefulness in front of goal and the defensive lapse for the equalizer. A win is a win, but there's room for improvement.

Kairat Player Ratings vs Inter

Here are Sportsdunia's Kairat Player Ratings from Inter vs Kairat UCL fixture:

Goalkeeper

Temirlan Anarbekov - 8.0: What a performance. He made six saves, several of them brilliant, to keep his team in the game. He was brave, agile, and commanded his box well. Without him, the scoreline could have been much worse. A heroic effort in a losing cause.

Defenders

Luís Mata - 5.5: A really tough night against Inter's relentless attack. He struggled in his duels and was often caught out of position. He lost the ball too frequently in dangerous areas. A difficult experience against top-tier opposition.

Aleksandr Mrynskiy - 6.0: He worked tirelessly and threw his body on the line, blocking two shots. However, he was part of a defense that was under siege for 90 minutes. It's hard to fault his effort, but the quality of Inter was just too much.

Aleksandr Shirobokov - 7.0: A surprisingly effective performance. He provided the assist for his team's goal and made some crucial interceptions. He battled hard, though he struggled in the air. One of Kairat's better performers on the night.

Egor Sorokin - 6.5: A defender's nightmare. He was incredibly busy, making a staggering 11 clearances, including one off the line. However, he struggled in his individual battles, winning only two of seven duels. He fought bravely but was overwhelmed.

Midfielders

Damir Kasabulat - 6.5: A solid, battling display in midfield. He was perfect in his tackling, winning all three attempts. He ran himself into the ground for the team. Didn't offer much going forward but did his defensive job well.

Jorginho - 5.0: A day to forget. He was booked early on and never really got into the rhythm of the game. He was dispossessed twice and lost the ball often. It was no surprise to see him substituted.

Dastan Satpaev - 7.0: Looked like one of the few Kairat players who could cause Inter problems. He was excellent on the ball, completing all his dribbles, and was unlucky to hit the woodwork. A bright spark in a team that spent most of its time defending.

Ofri Arad - 7.0: The captain led by example by scoring his team's only goal. It was a moment of quality and belief. He fought hard in midfield, drawing fouls and trying to push his team forward. A proper captain's innings.

Valeriy Gromyko - 6.5: Only played the first half but was quite influential. He created three chances for his teammates and looked a threat with his delivery. His passing was a bit wayward, but he showed flashes of real quality.

Forwards

Edmilson - 6.0: Had the most difficult job on the pitch. He was completely isolated up front and lost a staggering 14 duels. He managed to get a couple of headers on target but was given absolutely no service. A thankless task.

Manager

R. Urazbakhtin - 7.0: Can be very proud of his team's effort. He set them up to be organized and resilient, and they fought for every ball. They even managed to score a goal at one of the toughest venues in Europe. A tactically sound performance that almost earned a historic point.

Sportsdunia’s Player of the Match goes to Federico Dimarco with 8.5/10 ratings.