Kazakhstan have accumulated seven points out of a possible nine till now, while Slovakia have six in the same time span.
If the FIFA rankings are taken into consideration, then the hosts have an edge on Friday. Belarus are placed 93rd, compared to Kazakhstan’s 125th spot.
In Group C3, Slovakia started as the favourites but a surprise defeat at home in the last match will give hope to Friday’s hosts Azerbaijan.
Russia's military invasion of Ukraine has resulted in Belarus’ home matches being played at a neutral venue and without any supporters.
Both teams’ recent run of poor form will make it harder to determine a winner in Friday’s clash.