Kauno Žalgiris beat Beşiktaş 1-0, but Beşiktaş still qualified for the next round.
Renan Oliveira scored the only goal to help Kauno Žalgiris defeat Beşiktaş 1-0 in the second leg of the Europa League play-off. However, their 3-0 victory in the first leg gave the Turkish side a 3-1 aggregate win and secured their place in the next round.
- 0'The match has started.
Kauno Žalgiris hosts Beşiktaş. - 28'A. Kalik of Kauno Žalgiris received a yellow card.
In the 28th minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.A. Kalikbelong toKauno ŽalgirisFollowing unsportsmanlike conduct, the play-off match is in full swing, with both teams still tied at 0-0. - 45'End of the first half
The first half ended with a score of 0-0. - 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun. - 46'Kauno Žalgiris revamped their attack at the start of the second half.
At the very beginning of the second half, in the 46th minute, Kauno Žalgiris decided to make a substitution.Renan Oliveirawas brought on as a substitute.G. DebeljuhThe home team hopes this adjustment will bring a fresh impetus to find the opening goal in a 0-0 draw. - 56'Kauno Žalgiris proactively changed personnel.
56th minute,Kauno ŽalgirisThe decision to refresh the lineup was made when they were brought in.F. Baldassarracame onto the field as a substitute forI. FiolicWith the score still 0-0 against Beşiktaş, the home team desperately needs new options to find a difference in attack. - 56'Kauno Žalgiris made a substitution in the 56th minute.
56th minute,Kauno ŽalgirisExercise the right to make the first substitution when launching an attack.L. Krekoviccame onto the field to replaceLeo RibeiroWith the score still 0-0, the home team's coaching staff hoped this adjustment would help bring a fresh dynamic to their attacking moves. - 64'Renan Oliveira opened the scoring for Kauno Žalgiris
In the 64th minute, the deadlock was broken whenRenan OliveiraHe finished accurately after receiving an assist.D. MikelionisKauno Žalgiris opened the scoring, making it 1-0. This invaluable goal gave the home team a significant advantage over Beşiktaş. - 65'Beşiktaş revamps its attack after conceding a goal.
Immediately after falling behind to their opponents,BeşiktaşThere was an immediate adjustment in the attacking line-up in the 65th minute. StrikerOh Hyeon-Gyuwas brought onto the field to replaceD. Vlahovicin an attempt to find an equalizer. - 65'Beşiktaş makes personnel changes in the attacking line.
Immediately after conceding the goal,BeşiktaşThere was an immediate personnel change at minute 65 when they brought on...M. Rashicacame onto the field to replaceV. Cernyin an attempt to find an equalizer. - 65'Beşiktaş brought S. Kilicsoy onto the field to refresh the attack.
In the 65th minute, right after falling behind 1-0,Beşiktaşdecision to bringS. Kilicsoycame onto the field as a substitute forJ. Olaitanaiming to find solutions to improve offensive power. - 69'Kauno Žalgiris revitalizes the midfield after taking the lead.
69th minute,Kauno ŽalgirisExercise the right to change personnel when withdrawingA. Kaliktake a break and then release.A. BenchaibThey entered the field. The home team made important adjustments to maintain their lead, currently sitting 1-0. - 80'V. Slivka was brought onto the field.
In the 80th minute, Kauno Žalgiris brought V. Slivka onto the field to replace Y. Karashima. This could be a change for the home team to maintain the initiative for the remainder of the match. - 85'Yellow card for K. Kayra Yilmaz of Beşiktaş
In the 85th minute, the referee issued a yellow card warning.K. Kayra YilmazFollowing a rough tackle, the visiting team Beşiktaş is still struggling, trailing 1-0 in the final minutes of the match. - 86'Beşiktaş made last-minute personnel changes.
86th minute,Beşiktaşexercise the right to replace a person whenA. Hadziahmetovicwas brought onto the field to replaceI. FakiliThe visiting team is trying to find ways to revitalize their midfield in order to turn the tide, given they are currently trailing 0-1. - 86'Beşiktaş made a substitution in search of a late equalizer.
86th minute,BeşiktaşImplement personnel changes when launchingAS Bircancame onto the field to replaceK. Kayra YilmazTrailing Kauno Žalgiris 1-0, the visiting team was forced to throw everything into attack in the remaining minutes. - KTEnd: Kauno Žalgiris 1-0 Beşiktaş
The match ended with a score of 1-0.
Updated at 01:51 on August 28, 2026
The match between Kauno Žalgiris and Beşiktaş, taking place at 00:00 on August 28, 2026, at the Dariaus ir Girėno Stadionas, is crucial in determining qualification for the 2026/27 Europa League classification round. With a 3-0 home victory in the first leg, Beşiktaş enters the return match with a significant advantage. Kauno Žalgiris must stage a strong comeback if they want to continue their European journey.
Matching form and head-to-head record
Entering this match, Beşiktaş is showing clear superiority in terms of form, boasting a streak of 5 consecutive wins. This stability and momentum give the Turkish representative great confidence for this away game.
Conversely, Kauno Žalgiris recently suffered a defeat in their last match. In terms of head-to-head record, Beşiktaş emerged victorious in their only previous encounter. These statistics present a significant challenge for the home team in their quest for a favorable result.
Strategic planning in a two-legged tie
Due to the two-legged knockout format, tight defense and risk management are always paramount. Kauno Žalgiris will likely prioritize safety at home to maintain their hopes before the decisive second leg.
Beşiktaş, with their impressive winning streak, have ample reason to take the initiative and seek an early advantage. However, the goal of preserving their lead for the entire two-legged campaign will require both clubs to play with maximum concentration at every moment.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
