Former captain Čeh and forward Mlakar weigh in on Slovenian football

Slovenian football figures Aleš Čeh and Jan Mlakar have provided reflections on their career trajectories and the current landscape of the domestic league.

Čeh, who served as captain during the national team's acclaimed era under manager Srečko Katanec, transitioned into coaching following his playing days. He spent more than a decade assisting Katanec, including a seven-year stint working in Asia, while maintaining strong ties to former clubs Olimpija Ljubljana and Grazer AK alongside respect for NK Maribor.

Meanwhile, 27-year-old forward Jan Mlakar has rejoined NK Maribor for a third stint in pursuit of a league title. Addressing rival club Olimpija Ljubljana's current struggles, Mlakar noted that prior form carries little weight in upcoming derby fixtures, stating that "in a derby they can only gain."

Sources: Delo, Siol.net