Baltic Football Podcast

Our inaugural Baltic Football Awards 2025 brings together the very best of Lithuania’s A Lyga, Latvia’s Virslīga, and Estonia’s Premium Liiga. With Baltic Football News reporters attending matches weekly across all three countries, this awards edition delivers the most complete, on-the-ground assessment of Baltic football in 2025. What were the surprises and disappointments of 2025, who are the best and who are to watch out for in the future? Tune in to find out!(00:00:30) Disappointment of the Season: Biggest letdown of the year(00:06:36) Surprise of the Season: The Shock Breakout Star(00:07:45) Estonia’s Premium Liiga Best XI(00:10:46) Lithuania’s A Lyga Best XI (00:16:40) Latvia’s Virslīga Best XI (00:21:24) Rising Star Trophy: Best U21 Player in the Baltics(00:24:42) The combined Baltic Best XI for 2025Thank you for joining the 2025 Baltic Football Awards. This episode brings the season to a close by recognising the players and clubs who shaped Baltic football across Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. As we wrap up another year of standout performances, dramatic storylines, and rising talent, we invite you to share your thoughts, debate the selections, and celebrate the achievements of those who made this season unforgettable. Stay connected, follow how the clubs are gearing up during pre-season, and get ready for an even bigger 2026 with www.balticfootballnews.com !#football #latvia #lithuania #estonia #soccer #alyga #virsliga #premiumliiga #bfn

In our first A Lyga, Virslīga and Premium Liiga season review, Dmitrijs and Frank dissect title races, collapses, managerial failures, relegation battles, and statistical trends across all three Baltic leagues. Tune in for analysis of Flora vs. Levadia, Kauno Žalgiris’ first title, Riga FC’s onslaught, and why certain “powerhouse” clubs imploded.00:00:30 – Reflecting on our first Baltic season00:03:33 – Estonia: Flora resurgent and Levadia’s sudden collapse00:11:09 – Lithuania: Kauno Žalgiris rise as Vilnius implodes00:19:01 – A Lyga's scandals and bankruptcies00:22:22 – Latvia: Grobiņa’s identity crisis and Metta’s first relegation00:29:23 – Virsliga’s title swing: Riga FC’s surge vs. RFS’ stagnationTo follow off-season action and see how the clubs prepare for 2026 campaigns, follow all the latest football news from the region at: https://balticfootballnews.com/#football #soccer #lithuania #latvia #estonia #europeanfootball #virsliga #alyga #premiumliiga

England comes to Riga — but what does this clash reveal about Baltic football?In this episode, we dig into Latvia’s big test against England, why the Baltic national teams keep struggling, and whether domestic leagues are helping or holding them back. From Riga to Kaunas and Tallinn, we explore whether the Baltics are ready to take the next step — or stuck repeating old mistakes.(00:00:57) England comes to Riga — what to expect at Daugava Stadium and how Tuchel’s squad looks(00:02:10) Latvia’s mindset problem — why the team keeps collapsing in first halves(00:06:11) Are Latvia really the best in the Baltics? Stats vs performance(00:10:13) Should Baltic leagues protect domestic players or open up?(00:13:49) Inside the domestic leagues — Kaunas, Vilnius, Riga and more(00:17:16) Can Kaunas claim Lithuania’s first A Lyga title in years?(00:21:27) Riga FC’s dominance and RFS’ fading fortunes in the Virslīga(00:25:27) The rumour of a 23-year-old coach — too young for top flight?(00:28:30) Relegation battles: Riteriai, Metta, Super Nova, Tammeka, and who is coming up for next season(00:32:45) What the Baltic leagues must fix to stay competitive in Europe(00:38:10) Final thoughts — can Baltic football finally break through?👉 Subscribe for more Baltic football talk and visit balticfootballnews.com for match reports, league updates, and insights from across the region.#FootballPodcast #EuropeanFootball #InternationalFootball #WorldCup2026Qualifiers #FootballTalk #SoccerPodcast #LVAENG #Alyga #Virsliga #Premiumliiga #Riga #Kaunas #Vilnius #Tallinn #Latvia #Lithuania #Estonia #Hein #Englandaway #calcio #LTUPOL #ESTITA #football #soccer

FK Panevėžys head coach Roland Vrabec joins us fresh off lifting the Lithuanian Cup. In this wide-ranging conversation, the German coach opens up about his journey to the Baltics, the challenge of rebuilding Panevėžys after a title hangover, and the tactical plan that stunned Hegelmann in the Cup final. From life in a small Lithuanian town to the thrill of European qualification, Vrabec shares an honest and fascinating inside look at Baltic football.(00:00:17) Cup win reaction: emotions still fresh(00:03:36) Why Panevėžys? Taking the Baltic gamble(00:10:19) Rebuilding after a championship collapse(00:17:15) First impressions of Lithuanian football(00:22:09) Cup final build-up: conditions and pressure(00:26:15) Tactical plan to beat Hegelmann(00:28:19) Psychology of the final and the winning goalWhat did you make of Vrabec’s tactical breakdown? Can Panevėžys surprise in Europe next season? Will Vrabec stay? Share your thoughts in the comments!👉 For the latest news, analysis, and stories from Baltic football, visit balticfootballnews.com#lithuania #football #coach #tactics #soccer #europeanfootball #lithuanianfootball #sport #interview

How does a footballer from London end up fishing in Daugavpils? We sit down with Wasiri Williams, the London-born defender making his mark in the Latvian Virslīga with BFC Daugavpils. Williams shares what it’s like to swap London for Latgale, giving an inside look at the realities of football in Latvia and the challenges of adapting to a new culture and style of play.⏱️ Key moments:(00:02:15) First impressions of Daugavpils and Latvian football culture(00:08:42) “Nothing has been easy” – on struggles adapting on and off the pitch(00:11:50) Facing off against Ramires, Regža and Pulis(00:14:30) Building resilience and finding support in difficult moments(00:20:05) Future goals and ambitions in the Virslīga and beyondFrom daily life in Daugavpils to ambitions on the European stage, Williams’ story is a unique glimpse into the journey of English players abroad and the growth of Baltic football.🎧 Subscribe for more interviews and stories from across the Baltic game.Visit www.balticfootballnews.com for all the latest football news from Lithuania, Latvia and Estonia!#football #soccer #daugavpils #latvia #london #interview