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Jankauskas urges calm as Lithuania target Baltic Cup final win in Tallinn

Lickūnas earns first Lithuania call-up as Jankauskas names squad for Nations League start

16 September 2026 20:55

Lithuania head coach Edgaras Jankauskas has named his squad for the start of this year's UEFA Nations League campaign, with Adrian Lickūnas receiving his first senior national team call-up and several familiar faces returning to the squad.

Lithuania’s Women Earned a Bigger Stage. Can They Build a Bigger Audience?

15 September 2026 12:32

Lithuania host Sweden in Kaunas on 9 October in their first Women's World Cup qualifying play-off, with free entry and a campaign built around the occasion as the federation looks to turn sporting progress into wider support.

Jose Couceiro recalls Lithuania: Romania miracle, Romanov tensions and a golden generation

14 September 2026 18:20

We present our readers with an interview with legendary Portuguese football specialist Jose Couceiro, who worked in Lithuania between 2008 and 2010. During his time in the country, the former coach, who has also served as technical director and vice-president of the Portuguese Football Federation, led the Lithuania national team to heights rarely seen before or since. In the autumn of 2008, Lithuania climbed as high as 37th in the FIFA rankings, giving supporters genuine hope that Lithuanian football could be heading upwards.

Karolis Laukžemis: “Football Is a business. Loyalty does not mean much anymore”

9 September 2026 10:51

The Lithuanian seaside has always been known for producing footballers. Although neither Palanga nor Klaipėda currently have a team in the country’s top division, other clubs from the region have enjoyed strong seasons. Gargždai-based Banga have impressed in the Toplyga, while Kretinga Minija are closing in on promotion as likely Pirma lyga champions. This interview, however, is not about clubs. It is about former Lithuania international striker Karolis Laukžemis, who has not yet ended his career and continues to play professionally.

Vilnius invites ‘Ted Lasso’ star Jason Sudeikis to coach Žalgiris Women

26 August 2026 16:13

What if Jason Sudeikis, the Emmy-winning star of the hit series Ted Lasso, swapped fiction for reality and took charge of a football team in Vilnius? That unlikely scenario could soon become a genuine possibility.

Lithuanian referees appointed for Hearts v Rapid Vienna in Conference League play-off

Lithuanian referees appointed for Hearts vs Rapid Vienna in Conference League play-off

19 August 2026 12:19

A Lithuanian officiating team has been appointed for Hearts’ UEFA Conference League play-off first leg against Rapid Vienna in Edinburgh on Thursday, 20 August.

Kauno Žalgiris beat Šiauliai to return to top of Toplyga

20 September 2026 20:00

Defending Toplyga champions Kauno Žalgiris returned to the top of the table after securing a 2-0 away victory over FA Šiauliai. Second-half goals from Motiejus Burba and Franco Baldassarra earned the visitors all three points, allowing them to move back into first place after Sūduva dropped points earlier in the day.

Wesley’s stoppage-time penalty makes Sūduva’s title hopes harder

20 September 2026 19:54

Sūduva dropped two important points in their Toplyga title challenge after Wesley Gabriel converted a stoppage-time penalty to earn Hegelmann a 1-1 draw in the 32nd round. Ibrahima Seck had given the visitors a first-half lead, but Hegelmann's late pressure was eventually rewarded.

Title race heats up as Vareika double helps Vilnius win Žalgiris derby

16 September 2026 20:44

Matas Vareika scored twice on his return from injury as Vilnius Žalgiris secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Kauno Žalgiris in a thrilling Žalgiris derby watched by 6,480 spectators on Wednesday evening. Five goals and plenty of drama saw the hosts claim their second derby victory of the season and remain firmly in the title race.

Hegelmann part ways with Mikel Aramburu Erneta as Vilkevičius takes interim charge

16 September 2026 19:54

FC Hegelmann have announced the departure of head coach Mikel Aramburu Erneta, with the Spanish specialist leaving the Lithuanian club by mutual agreement. Assistant coach Tadas Vilkevičius will take charge of the team on an interim basis.

TransINVEST climb to third after impressive away win over Banga

14 September 2026 21:48

An important battle for the European places took place in Matchday 31 of the Toplyga, as Gargždai-based Banga hosted TransINVEST. The visitors made better use of their opportunities to claim a 3-1 victory and move into third place in the league table.

Sūduva return to the top after goalless draw with Žalgiris Vilnius

13 September 2026 22:17

Marijampolė Sūduva returned to the top of the Toplyga table after playing out a 0-0 draw against Vilnius Žalgiris in the central fixture of Matchday 31. The point moved Sūduva one point ahead of defending champions Kauno Žalgiris.

Kauno Žalgiris reach Lithuanian Cup final for first time

3 September 2026 22:11

Kauno Žalgiris have reached the Lithuanian Cup final for the first time after defeating FA Šiauliai 1-0 away from home. Anthony Kalik scored the decisive goal with a second-half header, while goalkeeper Deividas Mikelionis made a late save to secure the victory. They will face Pirma Lyga side Minija in the final on 11 October.

Minija comes back twice to reach a historic LFF Cup final spot

1 September 2026 22:17

On Knowledge Day, the first semi-final of the LFF Cup unfolded in northwestern Lithuania, where FK Minija hosted Alytus's DFK Dainava in Kretinga - a high-stakes showdown between two Pirma lyga sides chasing domestic glory. Minija twice came from behind to pull off a 3-2 win and book their ticket to the final. They now await the winner of the second semi-final between FA Šiauliai and Kauno Žalgiris, scheduled for this Thursday, September 3rd.

Auda see off Liepāja as Super Nova strike in stoppage time to reach Latvian Cup quarter-finals

Auda knock out Liepāja to reach Latvian Cup quarter-finals

11 July 2026 21:48

Auda reached the Latvian Cup quarter-finals after Kader Kone’s second-half goal earned a 1-0 win over Liepāja at Skonto stadium.

Komissarov strikes early as Minija knock out Panevėžys to reach Lithuanian Cup semi-finals

Minija deliver another Cupset, knock out Panevėžys to reach Lithuanian Cup semi-finals

24 June 2026 00:08

Nikita Komissarov’s early strike helped Kretinga Minija beat former champions Panevėžys 2-1 at home and reach the Lithuanian Cup semi-finals. Deividas Pipiras added a second after the break before a Panevėžys penalty set up a close finish. Panevėžys ended with 10 men after Ernestas Veliulis was sent off.

Kauno Žalgiris cruise past BFA to reach LFF Cup semi-finals

23 June 2026 23:10

Kauno Žalgiris reached the LFF Cup semi-finals after a 3-0 away victory over Vilnius BFA. Leo Ribeiro opened the scoring in the first half before Nosa Edokpolor struck early after the interval. Motiejus Burba added a late third, after being set up by debutant Haris Kadrič.

Darius and Girėnas final in sight as LFF Cup Quarter-final draw is made

29 May 2026 02:07

On Thursday afternoon in Vilnius, the Lithuanian Football Federation conducted the draws for both the quarter-finals and semi-finals of this season’s competition, leaving eight clubs now knowing their potential path toward October’s final at Kaunas’ Darius and Girėnas Stadium.