Drita avoid defeat away to Kauno Zalgiris – everything will be decided at ‘Fadil Vokrri’

Drita have secured a positive result in the Champions League qualifiers, drawing 1-1 away to Kauno Zalgiris.

The team coached by Zekirija Ramadani responded in the second half and managed to get back into the game thanks to a goal from striker Blerim Krasniqi, avoiding defeat in front of their fans.

The match began at a high tempo, and the visiting team managed to take the lead in the 24th minute.

After a corner kick, the ball was redirected into the box by Rokas Lekiatas, while Amine Benchaib was in the right place to send the ball into the net and put Kauno Zalgiris 1-0 ahead.

Drita tried to respond, but failed to create enough chances to equalize during the first 45 minutes. The first half ended with the Lithuanian team's narrow lead.

In the second half, Drita looked more determined and increased the pressure in search of an equalizer.

The decisive moment came in the 82nd minute. After a fine cross from Raddy Ovouka, striker Blerim Krasniqi rose above the opposing defenders and sent the ball into the bottom-right corner of the goal with a precise header, making it 1-1.

This result is seen as positive for Drita ahead of the return match, which will be played in a week's time at ‘Fadil Vokrri’ Stadium.