Hegelmann Litauen II 2 – 1 Lietava Jonava
Lithuanian I Lyga – Matchday 14
June 27, 2026 – 20:00

Hegelmann Litauen’s reserve team claimed a hard‑fought 2‑1 victory over Lietava Jonava at the LFF Kaunas Training Centre, edging their opponents in a competitive I Lyga encounter.

First Half: Hegelmann Dominate Early

The hosts took the initiative from kick‑off, pressing high and forcing Jonava into defensive errors. The opening goal arrived in the 14th minute: a quick counter‑attack saw Emilijus Šimkus race clear and finish calmly. Hegelmann continued to create chances and doubled their lead just before the half‑hour mark when Justinas Zubavičius turned in a low cross from the left.

Jonava struggled to get a foothold in the first 45 minutes, managing only one shot on target.

Second Half: Jonava Rally

The visitors emerged with more intensity after the break. They pulled one back in the 63rd minute through a well‑struck free‑kick from Karolis Šarpis. Jonava pushed for an equaliser, and Hegelmann were forced to defend deep. The home side’s goalkeeper Lukas Blažys made two vital saves in the final 10 minutes to preserve the lead.

Match Facts

• Possession: Hegelmann 48% – 52% Jonava
• Shots on target: 5 – 4
• Yellow cards: 3 – 2

League Standing

The win lifted Hegelmann Litauen II into the top half of the Lithuanian I Lyga table, while Lietava Jonava remained in the relegation zone, now four points adrift of safety. Hegelmann’s young squad continues to show promise in the second tier.