Kairat, a football team from the far reaches of Kazakhstan, were established in 1954 and since then have been holding court at the Almaty Central Stadium, a ground boldly standing in their home turf. Esteemed and revered with a history now spanning over six decades, Kairat has made significant strides in the world of football.
Upon close observation of the financial perspective, it comes to light that the collective market value of the Kairat squad is in the region of £10m - an amount to be reckoned with in the football landscape, according to Transfermarkt.
The Kairat team may not be as numerous as others, with an assembly of just 13 players. However, what they may lack in volume they compensate with experience - the average age of the squad is a commendable 29 years. Higher than most, this shows a mature side bolstered by seasoned professionals.
When it comes to exerting their prowess and making their presence felt in various arenas, Kairat have not been idle this season. They've actively participated in three competitions, which include their national Premier League, Champions League Qualifiers at the Play-Offs stage, and of course the esteemed League Phase of the Champions League itself. These endeavours depict a team of consummate professionals striving ceaselessly on all fronts. And, in this beautiful game of football, any fan knows that's a quality to be desired.