Nigerian-born striker, Noah Abolaji Salaudeen, produced a magnificent match-winning performance as O.G. Kaišiadorys defeated Geležinis Vilkas 3-1 in the 2026 SFL Taurė Final on 7 November.
The prolific Nigerian forward was directly involved in several key moments as his team secured the trophy.
Match Highlights
*First Half:*
Noah opened the scoring with a brilliant finish following an assist from Ignas to give O.G. Kaišiadorys a 1-0 lead at half-time.
*Second Half:*
Noah unleashed another effort which struck the post, rebounded onto the goalkeeper and crossed the line. The goal was officially credited as an own goal, extending the lead to 2-0.
Geležinis Vilkas pulled one goal back to make it 2-1.
Noah was then brought down near the edge of the penalty area, winning a dangerous free kick. Aurimas stepped up and converted brilliantly to make it 3-1.
The opposition also received a red card after one of their players was shown a second yellow card following contact with Noah.
*Final Score:*
Geležinis Vilkas 1-3 O.G. Kaišiadorys.
*Noah’s Final Performance*
– Opening goal scorer
– Second-half effort resulting in an own goal
– Won the free kick that produced the third goal
– Forced an opponent’s second-yellow-card dismissal
– Recognised as Best Player and leading goalscorer
*2026 Season Statistics*
– Appearances: 21
– Goals: 50
– Assists: 16
– Total Goal Contributions: 66
50 goals. 66 goal contributions. Cup Champion!
Noah Abolaji Salaudeen continues to put Nigerian football on the map through his remarkable performances in Lithuania.
A striker who scores goals, creates opportunities and makes things happen!
Congratulations, Noah and O.G. Kaišiadorys!