How to watch FC Astana vs Chelsea FC; Europa Conference League broadcast

The FC Astana vs Chelsea match will air on Paramount+ and ViX (Free) this Thursday, December 12, at 10:30 AM ET / 7:30 AM PT. From the Central Stadium, FC Astana will seek to surprise and stay competitive, while Chelsea, unbeaten in the tournament, aims to strengthen their position as favorites. Learn how both teams are arriving, their strengths, and the keys to this crucial matchup.

FC Astana has had an inconsistent campaign in the Europa Conference League. In their last match, they drew 1-1 against Vitória Guimarães, missing a chance to secure more points at home. Prior to that, they lost 1-0 as visitors to Pafos, where their offense struggled to capitalize on limited opportunities. In the Kazakh Premier League, they have shown solid performances, including a dominant 5-0 win over FC Zhetysu. However, they have also faced significant defeats, such as a 1-0 loss to FC Tobol, reflecting their inconsistency both locally and internationally.

Earlier in the Conference League, they were defeated 2-0 by The New Saints, exposing defensive issues against more dynamic offenses. Nevertheless, they’ve shown resilience in key moments, such as a 3-0 league win over Elimai FC, where they excelled in all areas. However, maintaining consistency remains their biggest challenge against a team like Chelsea.

Chelsea FC comes into this match with an unbeaten record in the Europa Conference League, securing four consecutive wins. In their latest outing, they comfortably defeated 1. FC Heidenheim 1846 2-0, showcasing dominance across all areas. They also delivered a stunning 8-0 victory over FC Noah, emphasizing their offensive firepower. In the Premier League, they’ve also been in strong form, highlighted by an exciting 4-3 win against Tottenham Hotspur, where their attack was instrumental.

In previous matches, Chelsea triumphed 5-1 against Southampton FC and 3-0 over Aston Villa, signaling a marked improvement in their collective performance. Although they’ve had a few close games, such as a 1-1 draw against Arsenal, their overall consistency, especially in international competitions, positions them as clear favorites to secure three points against FC Astana.