The UEFA Europa Conference League Third Qualifying Round presents an intriguing clash as Lithuanian side FK Kauno Žalgiris hosts Bulgarian outfit PFC Arda Kardzhali at the Darius and Girėnas Stadium. Both teams have battled through the previous qualifying rounds to reach this stage, and the stakes are high with a place in the play-off round on the line. This is the first-ever competitive meeting between these two clubs, making it an unpredictable and fascinating encounter.
Kauno Žalgiris, with a strong run of domestic and European form, will be looking to their home advantage to secure a positive result. The Lithuanian side is a tactically disciplined team with a knack for scoring crucial goals. Arda, meanwhile, comes into the tie with a mixed run of form but a recent dominant victory that shows their attacking potential. The winner of this two-legged contest will be one step closer to the Europa Conference League group stage, a massive prize for both clubs. Expect a strategic battle with a high level of intensity.
Match Details
- Competition: UEFA Europa Conference League Third Qualifying Round (First Leg)
- Location: Kaunas, Lithuania
- Stadium: Darius and Girėnas Stadium
- Date: Thursday, August 7, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 12:00 PM ET / 6:00 PM CEST
- Referee: Jérémy Muller (Luxembourg)
Head-to-Head & Form Guide
There is no known competitive head-to-head record between Kauno Žalgiris and Arda. This will be the first-ever meeting between the two clubs. As a result, recent form and tactical preparation will be the most important factors heading into this match.
Kauno Žalgiris:
Kauno Žalgiris has been in excellent form, being undefeated in their last six matches across all competitions. They have shown their attacking prowess with a convincing 3-2 aggregate win over Valur in the previous qualifying round of the Europa Conference League. Their ability to score goals has been a highlight, and they have also been solid defensively. Playing at home, they will be looking to their passionate supporters to give them an extra boost and secure a positive result in this first leg.
- August 4, 2025: Kauno Žalgiris 2–1 Žalgiris (Lithuanian A Lyga)
- July 31, 2025: Valur 1–2 Kauno Žalgiris (Conference League Qualifying)
- July 24, 2025: Kauno Žalgiris 1–1 Valur (Conference League Qualifying)
- July 21, 2025: Kauno Žalgiris 3–0 Dainava Alytus (Lithuanian A Lyga)
Arda:
Arda comes into this match with a mixed bag of results in their recent matches. While their previous Conference League Qualifying match ended in a tense penalty shootout win against HJK Helsinki, their last domestic league match was a resounding 5-0 victory over Botev Plovdiv. This result shows their attacking potential and ability to score goals, but their previous winless streak suggests they might struggle with consistency. The Bulgarian side will be looking to their key players to deliver on the road and get a crucial away goal.
- August 4, 2025: Botev Plovdiv 0–5 Arda (Bulgarian First League)
- July 31, 2025: HJK 2–2 Arda (Conference League Qualifying)
- July 27, 2025: Arda 1–1 Lokomotiv Sofia (Bulgarian First League)
- July 24, 2025: Arda 0–0 HJK (Conference League Qualifying)
Tactical Analysis & Key Players
This match is expected to be a tactical battle between two teams with different playing styles. Kauno Žalgiris will likely start the game with a high tempo and look to take the game to Arda. They will aim to create chances by playing through their forwards and using their home crowd to their advantage. Arda will be more tactically disciplined and will look to absorb the pressure, using their midfield to control the tempo of the game and hit Kauno Žalgiris on the counter-attack. The battle in midfield will be key, and the performance of both teams’ top goal scorers will be a major factor in the final result. The match is poised to be an open and exciting affair with a high potential for goals.
How to Watch Kauno Žalgiris vs. Arda on TV, Live Stream
| Country | TV/Live Stream |
|---|---|
| Lithuania | N/A |
| Bulgaria | N/A |
| United States | beIN SPORTS |
| United Kingdom | N/A |
In the United States, the match will be broadcast live on beIN SPORTS. For other regions, broadcasting information is not yet confirmed. It is also common for some clubs to provide live streams on their official websites or YouTube channels for European qualifiers, so it is worth checking those sources.
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