Flora Tallinn Edge Kalju in Estonian Top-Four Showdown

FC Flora Tallinn claimed a vital 1-0 win over Nomme JK Kalju in the Estonian Premium Liiga on May 10, 2026, at the Kalju Stadium. The 19:30 kick-off was a battle between two of the league's traditional powerhouses, and it was Flora who came out on top thanks to a crucial early goal.

The decisive moment came in the 12th minute when Flora forward Rauno Kivi latched onto a through ball from midfielder Mihkel Ainsalu, rounded the goalkeeper, and slotted home from a tight angle. Kalju dominated possession for much of the match but struggled to break down a well-organized Flora defense. Their best chance came in the 75th minute when striker Oliver Järv saw his powerful shot tipped onto the bar by Flora goalkeeper Matvei Igonen.

FC Flora Tallinn's victory moves them into second place in the Premium Liiga standings, just three points behind leaders FCI Levadia. For Kalju, the defeat is a blow to their title hopes, leaving them five points adrift of the top spot. The hosts will be disappointed not to have taken something from the game, but Flora's resilience earned them a deserved three points.

This match once again demonstrated why the Kalju-Flora rivalry is one of the most fiercely contested in Estonian football. Both sets of fans created a superb atmosphere, and the result keeps the title race finely poised heading into the summer months.