Levadia Tallinn U19 3-2 Pärnu JK Vaprus II produced one of the more entertaining Esiliiga B fixtures of the late-October round, with a late Sander Lepp goal settling a five-goal contest in Tallinn. Markus Õun struck twice for the home side, but Levadia needed a moment of composure in the closing minutes after Pärnu JK Vaprus II had fought back from two goals down to level the score.

The result adds three valuable points to Levadia Tallinn U19’s league campaign and reinforces the team’s reputation for energetic, front-foot football. For Vaprus II, the match offered plenty of encouragement in attack but ended in frustration after a spirited second-half comeback fell just short.

Match overview

Played on 27 October 2026, the Esiliiga B clash began with Levadia setting the tempo. The home side pressed high, moved the ball quickly through midfield and looked to attack the space behind Vaprus II’s back line. That approach paid off early when Õun opened the scoring, and Levadia doubled their advantage before half-time as the same player found the net again.

At 2-0, the game appeared to be moving comfortably in Levadia’s direction. Vaprus II, however, stayed compact after the break and gradually worked their way back into the contest. Henri Kõiv pulled one goal back, and Kevin Raudsepp equalised later in the second half to set up a tense finish. Just when the visitors looked capable of taking a point, Lepp delivered the decisive strike for Levadia.

Key moments

• 12th minute – Levadia Tallinn U19 1-0: Markus Õun finished a quick attacking move, arriving in the penalty area to convert from close range after good work down the right.
• 38th minute – Levadia Tallinn U19 2-0: Õun struck again, this time reacting first to a loose ball inside the box and beating the goalkeeper with a low effort.
• 55th minute – Levadia Tallinn U19 2-1: Pärnu JK Vaprus II responded through Henri Kõiv, whose header from a wide delivery gave the visitors renewed belief.
• 72nd minute – Levadia Tallinn U19 2-2: Kevin Raudsepp levelled the match, converting calmly after Vaprus II forced a scramble in the Levadia penalty area.
• 87th minute – Levadia Tallinn U19 3-2: Sander Lepp scored the winner, driving into the box and finding the far corner to restore Levadia’s lead.

Tactical story

Levadia Tallinn U19 lined up with an aggressive 4-3-3 shape, using their midfield trio to squeeze Vaprus II and force turnovers in advanced areas. Their first-half goals came from exactly that kind of pressure: quick regains, sharp transitions and an willingness to commit numbers forward. Õun’s movement between the centre-backs was a constant problem, and Lepp’s late runs from midfield gave the home side an extra attacking layer.

Vaprus II adjusted after the interval, sitting deeper and looking to strike on the counter or from set pieces. The change gave them a foothold in the match. Kõiv’s header and Raudsepp’s equaliser both came from spells of sustained pressure, and for a while the visitors looked the more likely side to score the next goal. Levadia’s response, however, showed composure beyond their years: rather than forcing the issue, they kept possession and waited for Lepp’s late opening.

Standout players

Õun was the obvious attacking headline-maker for Levadia, with two well-taken goals and a constant threat in behind. Lepp’s contribution was equally important; his energy in midfield and late winner made him a strong candidate for player of the match. In defence, Levadia’s back line had to survive a difficult second-half spell and did enough under pressure to protect the narrow margin.

For Vaprus II, Kõiv was the catalyst for the comeback. His goal changed the mood of the match, and his aerial presence gave Levadia problems. Raudsepp also impressed with his composure in front of goal, while the visitors’ midfield deserve credit for turning a two-goal deficit into a genuine contest.

Season impact

The win keeps Levadia Tallinn U19 in the upper half of the Esiliiga B table and gives the young side another confidence boost in a season built around development and competitive results. Matches like this one are valuable for a U19 group: they test game management, resilience and the ability to respond when a lead begins to slip.

Pärnu JK Vaprus II leave Tallinn with no points but with proof that their second-half approach can trouble opponents. The team remains in the middle pack of the division, where consistency will be key. Both sides now turn to their next Esiliiga B assignments knowing that fine margins continue to shape the table.