Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb Stats: Head-to-Head Overview

Kauno Žalgiris host Dinamo Zagreb in Kaunas on 11 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:00 UTC in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round. This second-leg tie comes in the early stages of the 2026 continental campaign and will decide which club progresses closer to the lucrative group phase. For the Lithuanian side, it is a chance to test themselves against established European opposition on home soil, while Dinamo Zagreb aim to finish the job after a dominant first-leg display.

With the tie being played over two legs, the stakes are clear: Kauno Žalgiris must overturn a heavy deficit to keep their Champions League journey alive, while Dinamo Zagreb will look to manage the game professionally and lean on their superior European experience. In this context, Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb stats and historical trends offer a sharp lens on the gulf between the teams and what to expect tactically and psychologically in Kaunas.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a very short but emphatic head-to-head history between these clubs.

• Previous meetings: 1
• Kauno Žalgiris wins: 0
• Draws: 0
• Dinamo Zagreb wins: 1

Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb Timeline & Historical Context

The Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb timeline in official competition begins with their first recorded encounter on 4 August 2026 in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round. Played at Stadion Maksimir in Zagreb, the Croatian champions asserted clear control over the tie with a commanding performance in front of their own supporters.

On 4 August 2026, Dinamo Zagreb defeated Kauno Žalgiris 5-0 at Stadion Maksimir, with a half-time score of 2-0 in the same competition and round as the upcoming return leg. The match underlined the gap in European pedigree and attacking firepower between the two sides, as Dinamo combined high scoring with enough defensive stability to prevent Kauno Žalgiris from finding the net.

With only this single competitive meeting on record, the historical context is necessarily limited, but it is still instructive. The early pattern suggests Dinamo Zagreb have the upper hand both in terms of result and scoring margin. As a result, the second leg in Kaunas becomes less about a balanced rivalry and more about whether Kauno Žalgiris can respond, restore pride, and challenge the one-sided narrative established in the first match of this emerging head-to-head story.

Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb stats from their short history underline Dinamo’s clear advantage so far.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Kauno Žalgiris 0 - 5 Dinamo Zagreb
• Average Goals per Match: Kauno Žalgiris 0.00 vs Dinamo Zagreb 5.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Kauno Žalgiris's stadium: 0 matches played here — Kauno Žalgiris won 0 (as home side), Dinamo Zagreb won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Dinamo Zagreb's stadium: 1 match played here — Dinamo Zagreb won 1 (as home side), Kauno Žalgiris won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 4 August 2026: Dinamo Zagreb 5-0 Kauno Žalgiris (Half-time: 2-0) – UEFA Champions League, 3rd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Kauno Žalgiris Matches Results and Stats

For Kauno Žalgiris, the picture is best understood through their Champions League season to date. Across 5 matches in the 2026 campaign, they have shown competitive resilience with 2 wins, 2 draws, and only 1 defeat, indicating they are not easily beaten outside the heavy loss in Zagreb. Offensively, they average 1.0 goal per match, while conceding 1.6, with a notably tighter record at home where they concede just 0.5 goals on average. Two clean sheets in 5 fixtures highlight their ability to organize defensively, especially in Kaunas, though the 5-0 away defeat to Dinamo Zagreb also shows vulnerability against higher-calibre opposition.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 2, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)

Last 5 Dinamo Zagreb Matches Results and Stats

Dinamo Zagreb arrive in this second leg with a strong Champions League season profile. Over 3 matches so far, they remain unbeaten with 2 wins and 1 draw, reflecting both consistency and control in qualifying. Their attack has been particularly impressive, scoring 9 goals at an average of 3.0 per match, including 8 goals in just 2 home fixtures. Defensively, they concede 1.0 goal per game, a solid platform that, combined with their attacking output, makes them a formidable opponent. One clean sheet and no failures to score underline their reliability in both penalty areas.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical and statistical perspective, this tie is heavily tilted towards Dinamo Zagreb. The head-to-head record is short but decisive, with a 5-0 win on 4 August 2026 establishing an immediate and substantial advantage in both result and goal difference. Overall numbers show Dinamo averaging 5.00 goals per match against Kauno Žalgiris, while the Lithuanian side has yet to score in this fixture. Season-to-date Champions League form reinforces this picture: Kauno Žalgiris have been competitive overall but were exposed against top-level opposition, whereas Dinamo Zagreb combine a potent attack with an unbeaten record and solid defensive metrics. Taken together, history points to Dinamo Zagreb as the statistically stronger side going into the second leg, while Kauno Žalgiris will need to rely on their better defensive record at home and the unique dynamics of knockout football to challenge the established trend.

Kauno Žalgiris vs Dinamo Zagreb H2H Statistics updated on 6 August 2026.