Dainava vs Ekranas - 1 Lyga

A fascinating 1 Lyga chapter awaits on May 29, 2026 when Dainava take on Ekranas at the home ground — two sides with plenty to play for and everything to prove. The 74-year-old Hoops boss admitted that "it'll be a bit strange not having the (Celtic) fans in but I'm nervously and excitedly looking forward to it; it's a great fixture" and also spoke about the police visit.

There is little to choose between Dainava and Ekranas on paper, and the 1 Lyga encounter should reflect that balance. The hosts have done enough without setting the world alight, WL over their last five and a 45.83% win rate to their name. Ekranas have found wins elusive, LLLLL in their last five underscoring a win rate of 16%. One side has leaned on a miserly defence, the other on a free-scoring attack, and the meeting of those contrasting strengths promises an intriguing tactical subtext. Tuchel's subs, Rodri's rank, Messi's masterclass - World Cup highs & lows.

The tactical battle could prove decisive. Dainava may lean on their home advantage to dictate the tempo, but Ekranas have shown they can be dangerous when allowed to play on their own terms. Hipolito/Europa Press via Getty Images) According to Fabrizio Romano, Man United 'are not proceeding' with a move for the Brighton midfielder.

Individual quality could tip the balance. The league's leading scorer Taiwo Oluwasefunmi, with 1 goals to his name this season, is a reminder of the firepower on display. The battle in midfield, where both sides look to control tempo, could prove the decisive arena. In his latest Sky Sports column, Paul Merson says he would be worried by Roberto De Zerbi's post-match comments criticising Spurs' forward players and medical staff.

The market has yet to form a strong view, and the contest looks genuinely difficult to call. A share of the spoils looks the most probable outcome, with neither side holding a decisive edge — a 1-1 draw feels like a fitting result. The result at the home ground could resonate well beyond matchday in the 1 Lyga picture. Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Liverpool's midfield wasn't great last year but I expect Florian Wirtz to have a better season, 100 per cent.