

Match Report: Tartu JK Maag Tammeka B 2–1 Trans Narva B
Esiliiga B – 24 May 2026, 17:30 – Tartu JK Maag Tammeka B edged out Trans Narva B 2-1 in a tightly contested Estonian reserve league clash. The home side secured three valuable points, moving them up the second-tier standings.
Match Overview
The encounter at the Tartu artificial turf saw both teams create chances early. Tammeka B took the lead in the 23rd minute when a well-worked move down the right flank ended with a composed finish from forward Rasmus Kull. Trans Narva B responded in the 34th minute, capitalising on a defensive mix-up to level through Ilja Šein. The score remained 1-1 at half-time.
The decisive moment came just before the hour mark. A corner kick from Tammeka B was cleared only as far as Karl-Sander Kask, whose left-footed strike from the edge of the box took a deflection and looped over the Narva goalkeeper. The visitors pushed for an equaliser but were unable to break through a disciplined home defence.
Key Moments and Player Performances
- 23' – Goal: Rasmus Kull opens the scoring with a clinical finish.
- 34' – Equaliser: Ilja Šein levels for Trans Narva B.
- 57' – Winner: Karl-Sander Kask scores from distance with a deflected shot.
- Man of the Match: Karl-Sander Kask – not only scored the winner but also controlled midfield.
Standings Impact
The victory lifts Tartu JK Maag Tammeka B into the top half of the Esiliiga B table. Trans Narva B, meanwhile, remain in mid-table but miss a chance to close the gap on the promotion playoff places. With the season entering its crucial final third, every point matters in Estonia's second-tier reserve competition.