Slavia Prague Draws with Jablonec in Tightly Contested League Match
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Jablonec and Slavia Prague battled to a 1-1 draw in the 5th round of the Czech first League, marking the second time this season the defending champions have dropped points. The match, played in Jablonec, saw a late equalizer from Slavia’s Douděra salvage a point for the visitors.
First Half Action: Jablonec Takes the Led
Jablonec coach Kozel fielded the same starting eleven that secured a victory the previous week against Bohemians 1905. Slavia Prague coach Trpišovský, however, made two changes to his lineup, bringing in Chorý for Chytil and adjusting the attack.
Slavia controlled possession early on, but struggled to create clear scoring opportunities. jablonec proved a resilient opponent, and took the lead in the 29th minute when Chramosta headed home a cross from Alegué. This marked Chramosta’s fourth goal of the season, placing him at the top of the league’s scoring charts.
Did You Know? Chramosta’s goal was the result of a header hitting the post before he scored, showcasing a bit of luck alongside skillful play.
Second Half Drama: Injuries and Controversial Calls
Slavia faced setbacks early in the second half with injuries to OGBU and Winter, forcing Trpišovský to make substitutions, bringing on Fully and Chaloupek. Despite the changes, Slavia struggled to break down Jablonec’s defense.
oscar came close to equalizing for Slavia, but his shot hit the post. Later, Moses headed the ball, but Jablonec maintained their lead. A controversial moment occurred when a potential penalty for Slavia was not awarded, with the video assistant referee upholding the on-field decision.
In the 77th minute, a risky challenge from jablonec’s Suchen Ao on a Slavia player went unpunished, sparking debate over whether it warranted a red card.
Late Equalizer Secures a Point for Slavia
Slavia finally found the back of the net in the 91st minute. A cross from Provod was met by Douděra, who headed the ball past Hanuš, leveling the score. It was Douděra’s first goal of the season.
Pro Tip: Late goals, like Douděra’s, can be pivotal in maintaining momentum throughout a long season.
Despite the late surge, Slavia could not complete the comeback. The draw leaves them vulnerable to losing their position at the top of the league table.
Match Details and League Standings
Final Score: FK Jablonec 1 – 1 Slavia Prague
Goals: 29′ Chramosta (Jablonec), 90+1′ Douděra (Slavia)
Referee: rouček
Attendance: 5,500
Team Lineups
jablonec: Hanuš, Martinec, Lekijaški, novák, Cedidamo, aries, Was not (90+2′ fortune), Čanturišvili (90+2′ Innocents), Alegué (65′ Suchan), chramosta (65′ Souček), Jawo (74′ Puškáč). Coach: Kozel.
Slavia: Staněk, Holeš, OGBU (33′ Fully), Winter (33′ Chaloupek), Douděra, Oscar, Moses (73′ Teah), Bořil (61′ Vorlický), Kushej, Provod, Schranz (61′ Trpišovský).
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Slavia | 5 | 3 | 2 | 0 | 9 | 3 | +6 | 11 |
| 2 | Sparta | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 4 | +4 | 10 |
| 3 | Olomouc | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 2 | +2 | 10 |
| 4 | Zlín | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 5 | +3 | 10 |
| 5 | Jablonec | 5 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 3 | +3 | 9 |
What does this result mean for Slavia’s title defense? And can Jablonec build on this positive result to challenge for a European spot?
The Czech First League has a rich history of competitive football, with Slavia Prague and Sparta Prague traditionally dominating the league. Recent seasons have seen increased competition from teams like Viktoria Plzeň and Jablonec, creating a more dynamic and unpredictable league landscape. The league’s performance in European competitions has been steadily improving,with Czech clubs consistently qualifying for group stages of the UEFA europa League and Champions League.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What was the final score of the match? The match ended in a 1-1 draw between Jablonec and Slavia Prague.
- Who scored for Jablonec? Václav Chramosta scored for jablonec in the 29th minute.
- Who scored for Slavia Prague? Jakub Douděra scored for Slavia Prague in the 91st minute.
- What is Slavia Prague’s current position in the league table? Slavia Prague is currently in first place with 11 points.
- Were there any red cards issued during the match? No red cards were issued, but a controversial challenge went unpunished.
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