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Almaty’s Kairat has been named to the Futsal Awards 2025 top 10 in the “Best Team in the World” category run by Futsalplanet — a recognition that underscores Kazakhstan’s growing influence in the sport ahead of the January 7 announcement.

This was reported by the Infohub.kz news agency.

Who is on the shortlist

Kairat joins a field featuring elite clubs from Europe and South America, including Lisbon (Portugal), Palma (Spain), Jaraguá (Brazil), Catania (Italy), and Peñarol (Uruguay), among others. The Almaty side is officially among the world’s best ten teams for 2025.

Why it matters

Kairat is one of futsal’s most decorated teams: the club has won the UEFA Futsal Cup twice and captured the Kazakhstan championship 21 times. Last season, Kairat reached the UEFA Futsal Champions League final, falling only to Spain’s Palma Futsal in the decisive match.

When will the winner be announced

The winner of the “Best Team in the World” award will be revealed on January 7 during a formal ceremony, drawing attention from analysts and fans across the sport.

What’s next on the court

The season remains busy for Kazakh futsal. Two domestic clubs—Kairat and Semey—have advanced to the UEFA Futsal Champions League quarter-finals. Kairat opens its series on February 23 against Spain’s Cartagena, while Semey faces France’s Étoile.