For long stretches, the score remained level and the contest stayed in the balance. Liepaja kept the leaders at bay deep into the second half, but the breakthrough finally arrived when Lipuscek struck at 79'35'' to put the away side in front.
That goal changed the shape of the finish. Liepaja were still within reach entering the final minutes, yet Panic's penalty at 89'13'' ended any realistic hope of a comeback. The late double supplied the key highlights and gave the final result a more comfortable look than the match had for much of the afternoon.
The summary of the game is straightforward: patience from the visitors, resistance from the hosts, then a ruthless closing spell. The latest standings leave FK Liepaja fifth on 31 points after 24 matches, while the away side remain first on 62 points. The stats around the table now underline what the scoreboard already showed - a disciplined road performance and another clean sheet for the league leaders.