Tabasalu Charma 3 – 1 Tartu Kalev
Esiliiga B – 22 June 2026

Tabasalu Charma continued their impressive form in the Estonian Esiliiga B with a commanding 3-1 victory over Tartu Kalev on home soil. The win kept Charma firmly in touch with the promotion spots, while the visitors slipped further into mid-table obscurity.

Match Overview

The hosts started brightly and took the lead inside the first 15 minutes through a well-worked team goal. Tartu Kalev responded quickly, equalising just before the half-hour mark with a clinical counter-attack. However, Charma regained control before the interval and never looked back. Two second-half strikes, including a superb solo effort from their captain, sealed the three points.

Key Moments

• 12' – Tabasalu Charma 1-0: A precise through ball split the defence and was calmly slotted past the goalkeeper.
• 28' – Tartu Kalev 1-1: A swift breakaway saw the visiting winger finish from a tight angle.
• 41' – Tabasalu Charma 2-1: A free kick from 25 yards deflected into the roof of the net.
• 67' – Tabasalu Charma 3-1: The captain dribbled past three defenders before firing home.

Tactical Story

Charma’s 4-3-3 formation dominated possession in the middle third, while Tartu Kalev attempted to hit on the break. The home side’s full-backs provided constant width, stretching the visitors’ defensive line. Tartu struggled to cope with the intensity of Charma’s pressing after the break.

Standout Players

Tabasalu’s midfield general controlled the tempo and assisted the opening goal. Their captain was unplayable in the second half, earning a standing ovation when substituted. For Tartu Kalev, the central defender made several crucial interceptions but was ultimately overwhelmed.

Table Impact

The victory lifted Tabasalu Charma to third place in the Esiliiga B standings, just two points behind the league leaders. Tartu Kalev remained ninth, now winless in four matches.