Rigas Futbola skola II delivered a commanding performance in the Latvian 1.Liga, thrashing Rezekne/BJSS 3-0 at the LNK Sporta Parks on 14 June 2026. The victory stretched their unbeaten run to five matches and solidified their position in the promotion chase.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, the reserve side of RFS dominated possession and territory. The breakthrough came in the 15th minute when right‑back Kristaps Ozols surged into the box and fired low past the Rezekne goalkeeper. Despite sustained pressure, the score remained 1-0 at half‑time.

The second half was a one‑sided affair. Midfielder Emīls Birkāns doubled the lead in the 52nd minute with a curling effort from the edge of the area. Substitute forward Rihards Puškars added a late third in the 78th minute, volleying home after a corner was only partially cleared. Rezekne rarely threatened, managing only one shot on target.

Key Tactical Story

• RFS II’s fluid 4-3-3 overwhelmed Rezekne’s compact 4-4-2, with full‑backs pushing high to create overloads.
• Rezekne’s deep block held firm for long spells but lacked counter‑attacking outlets.
• Set‑piece efficiency proved decisive—the third goal came from a well‑practiced delivery.

Standout Performers

Emīls Birkāns controlled the tempo and scored a stunning second. Kristaps Ozols not only opened the scoring but also provided an assist, showing his attacking instincts. Rezekne goalkeeper Artūrs Štolcers made several saves to keep the score respectable.

Season Impact

RFS II climb to 3rd in the Latvian 1.Liga table, just two points behind the leaders. Rezekne/BJSS remain in 12th place, now six points above the relegation zone. The result underlines the depth of the RFS academy system and the growing competitiveness of Latvia’s second tier.