FK Kauno Žalgiris came from behind to snatch a 3-2 win over FC Drita in the first leg of their Champions League qualifier. The Lithuanian side looked down and out after trailing 2-1 at half-time, but two goals in the final eight minutes turned the tie on its head.
On aggregate FK Kauno Žalgiris advances · 3:4
FC Drita 2:3 FK Kauno Žalgiris — Match Report
Gary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORTFirst half1 - 1
- 44J. Pëllumbi(Foul)
Second half1 - 2
- 90 + 3(Foul)
- 90 + 3(Foul)
- 90 + 4
- 90 + 4
- 90 + 6(Foul)
Questions & Answers
Who will win, FC Drita vs FK Kauno Žalgiris?
CheckLive's model makes FK Kauno Žalgiris the favourite, with a 52% win probability.
What is the predicted score?
CheckLive's model projects FC Drita 0:2 FK Kauno Žalgiris.
When is FC Drita vs FK Kauno Žalgiris?
Kick-off Tuesday 14 July at 19:00 UK time, in the UEFA Champions League, Qualification Round 1.
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Head to Head meetings
FC Drita – FK Kauno Žalgiris
FC Drita
FK Kauno Žalgiris
- 0
Victories
- 1
Draws
- 1
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 1  |
Scored goals | 3 | 4 |
Average per game | 1.5 | 2 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 2-3 |
FC Drita
FK Kauno Žalgiris
Best statistical picks
FC Drita – FK Kauno Žalgiris
Both teams scored in 4 of the last 5 matches
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5
Goals over the last 10 matches favour Under 2.5
X2 hasn't lost in 4 of the last matches
12 hasn't lost in 5 of the last matches
Corners over the last 10 matches favour Under 9.5
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Ask the AI bot about this matchOdds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.40 | 3.10 | 2.80 |
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◆ CheckLive verdict
Evenly matched
Despite a narrow 52% model lean in favour of FK Kauno Žalgiris, the recent form gap tells a clearer story: Drita have lost four of five, while Kauno are unbeaten in four. The visitors look the steadier side heading into this first leg.
Over 2.52.25
No clear favorite
Three CheckLive metrics
CheckForm
45.4
53.1
CheckSkill
51.9
52.6
CheckMental
43.3
64.8
CheckLive total47.9 vs 55.2+7.3
More match signals
Both teams to score — Yes65%1.91
Over 3.561%4.00
Away win — FK Kauno Žalgiris55%2.80
Today's market odds.
All both teams to score predictions →Frequently Asked Questions
Who will win the match between FC Drita and FK Kauno Žalgiris?
Recent form favours FK Kauno Žalgiris, who are unbeaten in four matches, while FC Drita have lost four of their last five. The visitors hold a slight model edge.
Which team is in better form for this Champions League qualifier?
FK Kauno Žalgiris are the form side, with two wins and two draws in their last five games. FC Drita have just one draw and four defeats in the same period.
Will both teams score in FC Drita vs FK Kauno Žalgiris?
Both teams scored in their only previous meeting, a 1-1 draw. Given Drita's defensive struggles and Kauno's scoring run, BTTS looks likely again.
Head to Head meetings
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- 0
Victories
- 0
Draws
- 0
Victories
| label | first team | second team |
|---|---|---|
Victories |  0 | 0 |
Scored goals | 0 | 0 |
Average per game | 0 | 0 |
The biggest victory | 0 | 0 |
Odds
| 1 | X | 2 |
|---|---|---|
| 2.40 | 3.10 | 2.80 |