A Lyga: Champions defeated 'TransINVEST' fighting for survival

2024-10-26 15:55 © E. Žaldario

Having secured the championship title, "Žalgiris" continued their successful streak, defeating the Vilnius region team "TransINVEST" 1:0 away.

The only goal was scored by Giedrius Matulevičius in the middle of the second half.

There was one change in the starting lineup of the Žalgiris team - Miroslavas Mazuras played from the beginning. Jake Larsson returned to the squad after an illness, but Adama Fofana is unable to help the team due to an injury.

At the beginning of the match, the home team from Širvintos Stadium had the initiative, but their attacks lacked precision.

Midway through the half, after P. Golubicko's shot and a deflection, the opposing goalkeeper saved the ball with his foot.

The only goal came in the middle of the second half after a beautiful combination. N. Petkovičius's intricate back-heeled pass in the penalty area found G. Matulevičius, who scored with a precise shot, marking his tenth goal of the season.

The next match for "Žalgiris" will be in a week, on November 3, against "Panevėžys". An official champions' award ceremony is scheduled to take place during this match.