**The 2026 Kazakhstan Premier League features 16 teams after expansion, with the bottom two clubs facing relegation to the First Division at the end of the 30-round season concluding October 31.** As of late September, Zhetysu sits last on 22 points from 26 matches with the worst goal difference (-18), followed closely by Atyrau (23 points), Altai (23-25 points), Kaisar and Kyzylzhar (both 24 points). These sides trail mid-table teams like Kaspiy (29 points) and Irtysh (26 points) amid tight competition at the foot of the table. Ordabasy leads comfortably on 61 points, but the relegation battle hinges on remaining fixtures, current form, and defensive vulnerabilities, with several promoted or returning clubs like Caspiy and Irtysh adding unpredictability to the standings.