Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
On Sunday 31 May the A Lyga brings Kauno Žalgiris against FK Zalgiris Vilnius. Kick-off: 12:15 WAT. In the table, Kauno Žalgiris are 1st, leading the league, on 58 points after 32 matches; FK Zalgiris Vilnius are 3rd (among the top four) with 54.
Current form
Kauno Žalgiris, last 5: LWDDW Their latest outing: 1–2 defeat to Suduva Marijampole, away. 2.5 goals per outing makes them dangerous. Defensively they have kept 3 clean sheets in that run.
FK Zalgiris Vilnius, last 5: LLDWL Their latest outing: 1–3 defeat to Hegelmann Litauen, at home. Away from home the record reads 1 won, 2 lost from 4. Goals for and against: 1.5 scored, 1.3 conceded per game.
Momentum favours Kauno Žalgiris, collecting 1.8 points per game to 1.2 for FK Zalgiris Vilnius.
Head to head
When they last met (5 Apr 2026) it ended FK Zalgiris Vilnius 0–3 Kauno Žalgiris.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Kauno Žalgiris 1.9 xG, FK Zalgiris Vilnius 1.1 xG – a total near 2.9. That is an open game on paper: 56% for three or more goals, 58% for GG. Both teams' recent matches have tended to go over 2.5.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Kauno Žalgiris 57%, draw 24%, FK Zalgiris Vilnius 19%.
Lower-risk option: Kauno Žalgiris or draw (81%) at 1.18.
GG/NG: GG (58%) at 1.67.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Both teams to score (58%, odds 1.67). Most likely score in line with that pick: Kauno Žalgiris 1–1 FK Zalgiris Vilnius. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Kauno Žalgiris57%fair 1.74 · @1.67
Draw24%fair 4.18 · @3.50
FK Zalgiris Vilnius19%fair 5.34 · @4.40
2.94Expected goals
1.87Kauno Žalgiris xG
1.07FK Zalgiris Vilnius xG
58%Both score
56%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–111%
2–110%
1–010%
2–09%
3–16%
3–06%
From our goals model: Kauno Žalgiris 1.9 – 1.1 FK Zalgiris Vilnius expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius?
Our pick is Both teams to score with a 58% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.67.
Who will win Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius?
On our numbers Kauno Žalgiris have a 57% chance of winning, the draw 24% and FK Zalgiris Vilnius 19%.
How many goals will there be in Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius?
We expect about 2.9 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 56% likely and both teams score 58% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius?
Our predicted score is Kauno Žalgiris 1–1 FK Zalgiris Vilnius, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.9 goals in total.
When is Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius?
Kauno Žalgiris vs FK Zalgiris Vilnius (A Lyga) kicks off on Sunday 31 May 2026 at 12:15 (West Africa Time).
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
