Lithuania vs Malta 4 Sep 2025

Watch the football match Live between a team Lithuania vs Malta After the live, watch the replay of the match and highlights In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers .
This match is played on date 4 Sep 2025
This match takes place in S. Dariaus ir S. Girėno stadionas (Kaunas) – In championship competitions World Cup Qualifiers by Season 2025/2026
Match Summary Table
FEATURE | DETAILS |
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Fixture | Lithuania vs Malta |
Competition | UEFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers – Group Stage |
Date | Thursday, September 4, 2025 |
Kick-off Time | 17:00 BST (19:00 local time) |
Venue | LFF Stadium, Vilnius (Lithuania) |
Broadcast | LRT (LTU), TVM (MLT), Viaplay Sports (Europe) |
Last Meeting | Malta 1–1 Lithuania (March 27, 2025) |
Head-to-Head | Lithuania: 4 wins, Malta: 2 wins, Draws: 2 |
🔎 Overview
The LFF Stadium in Vilnius plays host to a key battle between two sides looking to climb the lower half of their World Cup qualifying group. Lithuania and Malta are both outside favorites to reach the finals, but matches like this are crucial to building momentum and national pride.
Both nations have struggled historically in major tournaments, yet they remain competitive against teams of similar standing. Expect a tight, physical game with moments decided by fine margins.
🇱🇹 Lithuania – Compact and Gritty
Lithuania rely on defensive resilience and set-pieces to stay competitive in qualifiers. Their home crowd in Vilnius often gives them extra energy, and they’ll look to capitalize on Malta’s defensive lapses.
Key Players to Watch:
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Fiodor Černych – Veteran forward, experienced and clinical in front of goal.
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Edgaras Utkus – Midfielder who brings composure and energy in transitions.
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Tomas Švedkauskas – Dependable goalkeeper, crucial in tight encounters.
Tactics: Lithuania are expected to play a 4-4-2, staying compact defensively and looking to strike through long balls, wide deliveries, and set-pieces.
🇲🇹 Malta – Brave and Evolving
Malta have improved steadily over recent years, showing they can compete against higher-ranked opponents. They rely on collective discipline, teamwork, and quick counters.
Key Players to Watch:
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Jurgen Degabriele – Creative attacker with an eye for goal.
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Joseph Mbong – Versatile midfielder, offering pace and drive.
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Henry Bonello – Experienced goalkeeper, often called upon to keep Malta in games.
Tactics: Likely to set up in a 4-2-3-1, focusing on midfield compactness and quick transitions into attack. Malta will aim to frustrate Lithuania and strike on the counter.
📊 Head-to-Head Stats
TOTAL MATCHES | 8
✅ Lithuania Wins | 4
🟰 Draws | 2
❌ Malta Wins | 2
⚽ Avg Goals per Match | 2.1
Lithuania hold the upper hand historically, but Malta earned a draw in the most recent encounter, showing they’ve closed the gap.
📉 Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
TEAM | FORM |
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Lithuania | 🟥 🟨 🟩 🟥 🟨 |
Malta | 🟥 🟨 🟥 🟨 🟥 |
Lithuania have shown flashes of solidity but lack consistency, while Malta continue to battle hard yet struggle to turn performances into wins.
🎯 Prediction
Lithuania 1–1 Malta
Both sides are evenly matched, with Lithuania stronger at home but Malta improving in competitive balance. Expect a tight affair where neither team manages to pull clear, ending in a low-scoring draw.
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