In the opening fixture of the UEFA Conference League first qualifying round, Žalgiris secured a 3-1 victory over OFK Petrovac in Podgorica. The winning effort was powered by N. Petkovičius, who contributed two goals, complemented by a single goal from Stanislavas Bilenkis.
Following the match, Žalgiris coach A. Skerla acknowledged the positive result while cautioning the team that the competition was far from over. He indicated that the focus must remain high, noting that the next stage of the tournament requires travel to Lithuania.
Skerla provided an analysis of the game’s dynamics, pointing to several positive aspects displayed by his squad. He observed that the opponent appeared to be in a phase of early preparation, contrasting with Žalgiris’s status as a team already engaged in the mid-season schedule. According to the coach, while the opposition managed to equalize the score and benefited from playing at home, Žalgiris maintained control throughout the match, successfully creating scoring opportunities and converting them into goals.
The coach stated that the team demonstrated composure despite the initial pressure. The team’s immediate focus shifts to the next fixture, which will take place in Vilnius. Skerla emphasized that the current victory is only the initial step, and the squad must maintain its disciplined performance as they progress through the subsequent rounds in Lithuania.
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