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title: "Čepas says Lithuania are ready to face Suriname"
date: 2026-11-11T15:29:13Z
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# Čepas says Lithuania are ready to face Suriname
Lithuania head coach Mindaugas Čepas says his squad are fit and eager to represent their country ahead of Thursday’s friendly against Suriname in Kaunas.

The teams meet at the Darius and Girėnas Stadium, with kick-off at 19:00. Lithuania have had only three days to prepare, with some players arriving after weekend fixtures and others travelling long distances. Edgaras Dubickas flew in from South Korea, Čepas said.

“_The main task in such a short time was to get the players refreshed_,” the coach said. “_We worked constructively, with a very good working atmosphere and energy. I hope that energy carries into the two matches ahead._” Lithuania host Liechtenstein on 16th November in their other fixture of the international window.

Čepas also praised first-time call-up Nikita Pavlovskij, saying the young player had impressed him with his character, quality and desire to improve. He expects Suriname to be a strong opponent, noting their willingness to keep possession and press aggressively, with the team able to switch between 4-3-3 and 4-2-3-1 formations.

The coach urged supporters to attend and back the team, saying their support gives the players confidence.

Source: [lff.lt](https://www.lff.lt/m-cepas-pries-laukianti-surinamo-isbandyma-visi-yra-pilni-ryzto-ir-noro-eiti-kautis-uz-lietuva/)