Beşiktaş has defeated Kauno Zalgiris 3-0 in their UEFA Europa League play-off first leg match. The game, held on August 20, 2026, saw the Turkish club secure a comfortable victory over the Lithuanian side.
Leandro Trossard, the Belgian forward signed by Beşiktaş, was forced to leave the field in the 71st minute due to an injury. The 29-year-old, who had joined the club in the summer, was involved in a collision with an opponent and required medical attention. Despite his exit, Beşiktaş maintained control of the match.
The team’s performance was praised for its cohesion and tactical discipline. Coach Şenol Güneş praised the players’ ability to execute the game plan effectively. The win puts Beşiktaş in a strong position for the second leg, which will take place in Istanbul.
The victory marks another step in Beşiktaş’s campaign in European competition. The club has shown consistency in its recent matches, and this win reinforces its ambitions in the Europa League.
