Tammik stunner earns Estonia women late World Cup qualifying win over Lithuania
Estonia’s women claimed a late 2-1 World Cup qualifying win over Lithuania as Lisette Tammik struck in the 90+4th minute. Lithuania had led through Viltė Švarcaitė before Mari Liis Lillemäe levelled on 42 minutes. Bosnia and Herzegovina lead the group on nine points, with Estonia and Lithuania on seven.
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Estonia face Lithuania again with Kala suspended and Jonušaitė looking for a win
Estonia host Lithuania in Women’s World Cup qualifying on Saturday looking to build on a draw in March and a midweek win over Liechtenstein. Coach Aleksandra Ševoldajeva must replace suspended defender Annegret Kala and contain Lithuania striker Rimantė Jonušaitė, who has scored six of her side’s eight goals.
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Hype or reality? The uncomfortable truth about Romualdas Jansonas
An incompletely formed player - or a talent quietly rotting on the bench? A well-advertised product - or just another cog in the machinery of agent-driven football? These are the labels that have followed Romualdas Jansonas in recent years, particularly among those who claim to understand the deeper layers of the game.
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Čepas praises Lithuania U19 mentality after promotion-winning campaign
Lithuania's U19 side secured top spot in their European Championship qualifying group in Raudondvaris after taking four points from two matches and earning promotion to Division A.
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Draw Feels Like a Win: Lithuania U19 Top their Group and Earn Promotion
Lithuania’s U19 national team secured a crucial result in the second match of their European Championship qualifying tournament, holding Northern Ireland to a 0:0 draw in Raudondvaris.
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Lithuanian Players’ thoughts after Sunday’s match: “It’s a shame we couldn’t give the fans a win”
Lithuania captain Justas Lasickas said the home side were left to regret missed opportunities after Sunday’s 0:2 defeat by Georgia, with Georges Mikautadze scoring both goals after the break. The result came despite what the hosts felt was a competitive display against strong opposition.
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FK Riteriai begins insolvency process amid financial crisis
FK Riteriai said it has begun legal procedures to initiate insolvency proceedings after describing its financial situation as critical. The club said the crisis followed the non-fulfilment of sponsorship agreements worth EUR 1.25 million, with only EUR 30,536.10 paid, disrupting its 2026 budget, current expenses and payments to staff, coaches and service providers.
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Žalgiris Turns to Skerla in Key Moment: “When Žalgiris comes calling, no Lithuanian coach would want to refuse”
At a press conference held today by the club, Lithuanian football club Žalgiris officially introduced Andrius Skerla as the new head coach of its men’s team. The appointment marks a significant step for the club as it seeks stability and renewed success during a challenging period.
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Kalns declined offer from Lithuanian club
Latvian coach Jurģis Kalns, who has been a free agent since October last year following the end of his spell with FK Auda, has recently been linked with several Lithuanian clubs, according to Baltic Football News sources.
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Andrius Skerla Returns to Lead FK Žalgiris
FK Žalgiris Vilniua have appointed one of Lithuania’s most prominent football specialists, Andrius Skerla, as the new head coach of its men’s team. The move marks a symbolic return, as Skerla comes back to his hometown and the very first club of his player career.
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Šiauliai Announce Departure of Head Coach Pučinskis Following Early-Season Struggles
After eight rounds of the TOPLYGA season, significant changes have taken place within the Šiauliai camp, as head coach Jurgis Pučinskis has stepped down from his position.
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Head Coach Rolandas Džiaukštas Departs FK Žalgiris Vilnius Following Mixed Start to Season
FK Žalgiris has announced significant changes within its men’s team, as head coach Rolandas Džiaukštas will no longer continue in his role.
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Unbelievable! Žalgiris Vilnius eliminated from the Lithuanian Cup by Pirma Lyga side
One of the biggest surprises in recent Lithuanian football history unfolded in the Lithuanian Cup second round, as FK Žalgiris Vilnius suffered a shocking 1-2 defeat away to Pirma Lyga side FK Atmosfera in Mažeikiai, surrendering a first-half lead.
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LFF Cup first-round draw sets 24 ties for 2026 season
The draw for the first stage of the 2026 LFF Cup was made at the Lithuanian Football Federation headquarters in Kaunas on Friday, with 56 teams set to take part in this season’s competition.
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Lithuanian Cup to feature 56 teams in 2026
The 2026 Lithuanian Cup will feature 56 teams after 16 amateur sides entered the competition. Toplyga clubs will join after the opening stage, with 46 teams involved in the initial draw. The first-round draw takes place on Friday, 20 March, while Panevėžys begin the campaign as defending holders.
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“We Came to Win”: Roland Vrabec’s Baltic gamble pays off
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.”
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Ariagner Smith’s magic strike lifts Panevėžys to Cup glory
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.
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“This time has to be the one” – Skerla determined ahead of third Cup final
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.
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Kučys scores another for Celje in a busy week for Lithuanians abroad
Lithuanian players and coaches were active across Europe and beyond between 13 and 19 April. Armandas Kučys scored against Olimpija Ljubljana as Celje won again to secure the Slovenian league title. Gvidas Gineitis completed 90 minutes for Torino, while Modestas Vorobjovas featured in two Istanbulspor wins in Turkey’s second tier.
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Paulauskas registers assist on debut in South Korea
Lithuania international striker Gytis Paulauskas made his debut in the K League 1 on Sunday, recording an assist, though his club Jeju SK suffered a late 2-1 home defeat against FC Seoul.
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Gineitis starts as Torino beat Parma in Serie A
Lithuanian international Gvidas Gineitis featured from the start as Torino secured a convincing 4-1 victory over Parma in Serie A.
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Armalas plays full match as MTK hold league leaders Győr
Lithuanian defender Vilius Armalas played the full 90 minutes as MTK Budapest earned a goalless draw against league leaders Győr in the Hungarian championship.
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Gineitis starts as Torino fall to defending champions Napoli
Lithuanian midfielder Gvidas Gineitis started for the fifth consecutive Serie A match as Torino FC suffered a 1-2 defeat against defending champions Napoli.
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Kučys scores but Celje suffer surprise defeat
Lithuanian international striker Armandas Kučys was on target in the Slovenian PrvaLiga, but his club NK Celje suffered a surprising 1-2 defeat to Aluminij.
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