Match Report: Pärnu JK Vaprus II 4–2 Levadia Tallinn U19

Esiliiga B | June 16, 2026

Pärnu JK Vaprus II produced a powerful attacking display to overcome Levadia Tallinn U19 4–2 in an entertaining Esiliiga B clash. The home side’s clinical finishing in key moments proved decisive, handing them a valuable three points as they continue their push up the second-tier standings.

Match Overview

From the opening whistle, Pärnu JK Vaprus II looked the sharper side, pressing high and forcing Levadia’s young defence into mistakes. The hosts struck twice in the first 25 minutes, building a platform that Levadia U19 never fully recovered from. Although the visitors showed spirit to reduce the deficit, Vaprus II always seemed to have an extra gear when needed.

Key Moments

• 12’ – 1–0: A swift counter-attack saw the Vaprus II left winger cut inside and fire a low shot into the far corner.
• 24’ – 2–0: A set-piece routine caught Levadia napping; a near-post flick-on was volleyed home from close range.
• 38’ – 2–1: Levadia U19 responded with a well-worked move, their striker finishing calmly after a pass through the defensive line.
• 57’ – 3–1: Vaprus II restored their two-goal cushion with a powerful header from a corner.
• 71’ – 3–2: Levadia pulled one back again, this time from the penalty spot after a handball in the box.
• 84’ – 4–2: The home side sealed the win with a breakaway goal, the substitute winger slotting past the advancing keeper.

Tactical Story

Pärnu JK Vaprus II set up in an aggressive 4‑3‑3 formation, looking to exploit the flanks and deliver early crosses. Their midfield trio dominated the second balls, allowing quick transitions. Levadia U19 tried to build from the back but were often pressured into long balls that the Vaprus II centre-backs dealt with comfortably. The visitors’ best moments came when they shifted to a more direct style in the second half, but defensive lapses cost them dearly.

Standout Players

• Pärnu JK Vaprus II #9 (Striker): Scored once and assisted another, a constant threat in the box.
• Pärnu JK Vaprus II #7 (Winger): Opened the scoring and won the penalty that led to the third goal.
• Levadia Tallinn U19 #10: Composed on the ball and scored his team’s first goal, but lacked support.

Table Impact

The victory lifts Pärnu JK Vaprus II into mid-table in the Esiliiga B standings, keeping them within touching distance of the promotion play-off places. Levadia Tallinn U19 remain in the lower half, now seven points adrift of the top four. With the season approaching its halfway point, every point is vital for both sides.