Kauno Zalgiris edged out Jagiellonia Bialystok 3-2 in a highly entertaining International Club Friendly match on March 28, 2026. The five-goal thriller, featuring a late winner, provided excellent entertainment and a useful test for both clubs from Lithuania and Poland. Jagiellonia Bialystok started brightly, taking an early lead, but Kauno Zalgiris responded with two quick goals to turn the game around before halftime. The Polish side fought back to level the score at 2-2 in the second half, setting up a tense finale. The match winner came from a Kauno Zalgiris substitute, who fired home a low shot in the 85th minute to seal the victory for the visitors. The game was played at a high tempo with both teams showing attacking intent, making it a valuable exercise despite the unofficial nature of the fixture. The result gives Kauno Zalgiris a confidence-boosting win against reputable opposition. The Kauno Zalgiris manager stated, "The character to find a winner after conceding the equalizer was very pleasing." The Jagiellonia coach reflected, "We showed good spirit but made a couple of defensive errors that cost us."