A. Tapinas, the president of the Lithuanian football club Žalgiris, recently announced the team's objectives as they prepare for the new season. In a match scheduled for Saturday at 14:15 in Vilnius at the Sportima arena, Žalgiris will face Telšiai's Džiugas, marking the season opener. Tapinas emphasized that attracting a larger audience is crucial, setting a target of an average of 2,500 spectators for the Top League matches. He expressed hope that the club would progress to the group stage of a European tournament, showcasing their aspirations on an international level.

In his reflections shared on the Substack platform, Tapinas hinted at cautious optimism regarding the team's ambitions. He mentioned that while coaches Rolandas Džiaukštas and Mindaugas Kasperūnas spoke in vague terms about aiming for high goals, it is clear to him that Žalgiris is not just contending for second place. The primary aim is to reclaim the championship trophy and the LFF Cup as well. This dual focus reflects a strong desire to not only succeed domestically but also to establish the club as a formidable contender in Lithuanian football.

The competition is fierce, with Kauno Žalgiris currently viewed as the favorites to retain their title, according to football experts and bookmakers. Tapinas’s ambitions signal a new chapter for Žalgiris, as the club seeks to regain its status as a dominant force in the league, reinvigorating its fan base while striving for success on multiple fronts. The upcoming matches will be critical in testing their resolve and commitment to these goals, shaping the narrative of the current season in Lithuanian football.