National Team
Although they participated in matches against other Republics of the Soviet Union the Kazakhstan team did not make their official debut until June 1, 1992 when they defeated Turkmenistan 1-0. Based at the Almaty Central Stadium, they have yet to qualify for a major tournament.
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