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Lithuania set to host European Under-17 Championship in 2028

4 December 2025 00:23

Lithuanian football received a major international boost today as UEFA confirmed that the country will host the 2028 UEFA European Under-17 Championship.

Lithuanian FA formalises direct deal with Hummel amid brand’s growing footprint in Lithuania

1 December 2025 18:37

The Lithuanian Football Federation has signed a new direct partnership with Danish sportswear giant Hummel, strengthening a long-standing relationship as the brand expands its presence in Lithuania. The agreement comes as Hummel recently opened its largest outlet in the country in Kaunas, reinforcing the company’s growing visibility alongside deeper cooperation with the LFF.

A new era at Žalgiris: Andrius Tapinas assumes presidency

26 November 2025 14:30

It is now official: prominent Lithuanian public figure and civic activist Andrius Tapinas has become the new president of FK Žalgiris Vilnius.

Lithuanian U21 national team suffer a minimal defeat against group leaders

18 November 2025 20:38

Lithuania’s U21 national team wrapped up the November international window with the match on Tuesday in the Euro U21 qualifying, falling 2-1 at home to Group H leaders Turkey despite a spirited second-half push.

Latvia’s U19s defeat Lithuania to reach Elite Round for fourth straight time

18 November 2025 20:27

Latvia’s U-19 national team booked their place in the UEFA European Championship Elite Round after a tense 2:1 victory over Lithuania in Tuesday’s decisive Baltic derby at the Raudondvaris Stadium.

Six-minute meltdown ends Lithuania’s qualifiers with a defeat against Netherlands

17 November 2025 23:41

Lithuania wrapped up their 2025 FIFA World Cup qualifying journey on Monday evening, suffering a 0:4 loss to the Netherlands and finishing bottom of their group. Edgaras Jankauskas’ side travelled to Amsterdam hoping to end a difficult campaign on a positive note, but the evening at the Johan Cruijff Arena quickly revealed the gap between the two teams.

Žalgiris Super Cup hero Hadji leaves the team

4 December 2025 16:06

FK Žalgiris Vilnius have confirmed that Comoros international midfielder Kassim Hadji will not continue with the club next season, with the two parties agreeing to terminate his contract by mutual consent.

Hegelmann captain will continue his career with Žalgiris Vilnius

3 December 2025 14:20

FK Žalgiris Vilnius have made a major signing, securing the services of Lithuanian international right-back and FC Hegelmann captain Klaudijus Upstas.

Another rival switch: Young shot-stopper Aliukonis joins the champions

3 December 2025 13:03

Lithuanian champions FK Kauno Žalgiris have strengthened their squad once again by signing highly rated teenage goalkeeper Joris Aliukonis from their biggest rivals FK Žalgiris Vilnius on a long-term contract.

FK Kauno Žalgiris secure another member of their championship squad: Aldayr Hernandez extends his stay

2 December 2025 19:16

FK Kauno Žalgiris have retained another key figure from their title-winning squad. On December 1, the club’s new contract with Aldayr Hernandez officially came into effect. The deal includes an option allowing the club to extend the player’s stay through the 2027 season.

Another change in Šiauliai’s ranks: Yevgen Yefremov to leave the club

2 December 2025 19:09

Another change has taken place in the ranks of FA Šiauliai. Ukrainian defender Yevgen Yefremov, who has worn the yellow-and-black jersey for the past three years, will not continue with the club next season.

Hegelmann captain Klaudijus Upstas bids farewell after six years

1 December 2025 16:16

Lithuanian vice-champions FC Hegelmann have announced that long-time captain Klaudijus Upstas will leave the club after six years of service, marking the end of an era for the Vilnius-based side.

“We Came to Win”: Roland Vrabec’s Baltic gamble pays off

1 October 2025 15:37

When FK Panevėžys stunned Hegelmann Kaunas in the Lithuanian Cup final, many neutrals saw only the scoreline and the spectacle of a bicycle kick that will live long in club folklore. But for Roland Vrabec, the German coach who only took charge this year, the victory meant something altogether deeper: proof that a risky move into the footballing unknown could pay off with silverware and a ticket to Europe. Days after the final, the emotions were still raw. “It feels like it was just an hour ago,” he admitted. “I’m still overwhelmed with all the feelings, great feelings after this win.”

Ariagner Smith’s magic strike lifts Panevėžys to Cup glory

28 September 2025 17:55

On a rainy evening in Jonava, FK Panevėžys emerged victorious over FC Hegelmann after a hard-fought and entertaining Lithuanian Cup final between the two sides.

“This time has to be the one” – Skerla determined ahead of third Cup final

27 September 2025 18:02

On Sunday, it will be decided which team lifts the 2025 FPRO LFF Cup. For Hegelmann, this will be their third appearance in the final. They previously reached the decisive stage in 2022 and 2024 but lost on both occasions, leaving them still searching for their first trophy.

“This is the most important game of the season” – Vrabec ahead of Cup final

27 September 2025 17:53

Over the course of its ten-year history, Panevėžys Football Club has collected four major trophies. The team has once lifted the Lithuanian A Lyga championship, celebrated two Supercup victories, and once claimed the FPRO LFF Cup. To add another Cup triumph to their cabinet, only one final step remains -winning the upcoming final.

Hegelmann favored, Panevėžys hungry: Who will lift the LFF Cup?

26 September 2025 17:03

As the Lithuanian football season draws to a close, excitement is building for its final showdowns. While the A Lyga championship wraps up on November 8th, we already know the two teams set to clash in the much-anticipated LFF Cup final. On September 28th at 4 P.M. local time, FK Panevėžys and FC Hegelmann will face off in a match that promises to capture the attention of football fans across the country.

Jonava to host 2025 Lithuanian Cup final for the first time

21 September 2025 15:37

The 2025 FPRO LFF Cup final will take place on September 28 at Jonava City Central Stadium – the first time the venue hosts the showpiece. FK Panevėžys and Kauno rajono Hegelmann will battle for the title, with tickets on sale from September 22. The match will also be broadcast live on LRT Plius and LRT.lt.

NK Celje announce contract extension with Armandas Kučys

2 December 2025 19:51

NK Celje have confirmed that they have extended the contract of Armandas Kučys, with the new deal keeping the Lithuanian forward at the club until June 30, 2028.

Lithuanians Abroad: Gineitis returns to starting lineup, Paulauskas scores again

30 November 2025 21:48

On Sunday, Lithuanian players were in action across Europe, featuring in league matches from Italy to Norway. In Serie A, Gvidas Gineitis returned to Torino’s starting lineup in defeat, Gytis Paulauskas netted his sixth league goal of the season in Slovakia, while in Norway veteran goalkeeper Igor Spiridonov finally made his top-flight debut after 14 years in the country.

Mindaugas Nikoličius leaves Widzew Łódź amidst restructuring

12 November 2025 14:36

Widzew Łódź confirmed that sporting director Mindaugas Nikolicius and recruitment director Igor Cerina have left the club. The decision, announced on Widzew’s official website, follows an internal restructuring of the sporting department. “We want the Sports Department to follow a unified model of work,” said Dariusz Adamczuk, who will now assume responsibility for transfers.