FK Zalgiris Kauno
- FK Zalgiris Kauno have won 3, drawn 1, and lost 1 of their 5 home games across all competitions.
- Zalgiris have scored 11 goals in their home games, averaging 2.20 goals per game, and they can get on the board here.
Besiktas JK
- Besiktas JK have won 5 consecutive games heading into Thursday's game.
- Besiktas have won two, drawn two, and lost one of their five away games across all competitions.
- They've conceded just four goals in five away from home across all competitions and have been very solid in defence.
Head-to-Head
Besiktas JK have been in the ascendancy in this tie after beating FK Zalgiris Kauno 3-0 away from home in UEFA Europa League Qualification 2026 .
Key Players
- Vincenzo Italiano has his side pressing high, playing at a high tempo, and moving the ball very quickly when they win it back.
- Junior Olaitan has been the main supply line in their recent run of form, with three assists in his last five games, but Orkun Kokcu remains the main threat in the offensive third with three goals in UEFA Europa League Qualification 2026.
Betting Insights
- It's no surprise to see Besiktas JK enter as the clear favorites here at 1.38, while FK Zalgiris Kauno are a big price at 7.3 and the draw isn't much of a price either at 4.85.
- Over 2.5 goals and BTTS - Yes will both land at a very fair price in this match, with 1.6 and 1.85 respectively our predicted outcomes.
Prediction
- Besiktas JK should win this tie but FK Zalgiris Kauno can make them work for it on Thursday.
- Zeljko Sopic will have his side compact and looking to frustrate the visitors on Thursday, and they have enough to cause Besiktas a few problems.
