Former Slovenian football figures reflect on coaching careers and Maribor rivalry
Former Slovenian football figures Aleš Čeh and Jan Mlakar have offered updates on their careers, discussing coaching experiences and domestic rivalries in Slovenian football.
Former Slovenian national team figures Aleš Čeh and Jan Mlakar have shared insights into their careers and perspectives on domestic football.
Čeh, former national team captain, reflected on his transition into coaching after retiring as a player. He spent over a decade as an assistant to manager Srečko Katanec, including seven years coaching in Asia. Despite his personal history with Olimpija Ljubljana and Grazer AK, Čeh expressed professional respect for Maribor.
Meanwhile, forward Jan Mlakar discussed his third return to Maribor, aiming to secure his first PrvaLiga title with the club. Addressing past transfer speculation, the 27-year-old stated that he was "never close" to joining rival club Olimpija Ljubljana. Mlakar added that despite Olimpija's recent struggles, they remain a threat in upcoming derby fixtures.
Sources: Delo, Siol.net
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