Slovenian football figures Čeh and Mlakar reflect on careers and domestic derby

Slovenian football figures Aleš Čeh and Jan Mlakar have discussed their careers and domestic league dynamics ahead of key fixtures. Čeh, former captain of the national team under manager Srečko Katanec, reflected on his transition to coaching and a decade-long role as Katanec's assistant, which included seven years working in Asia. Čeh expressed affection for former clubs Olimpija Ljubljana and Grazer AK alongside respect for NK Maribor.

Concurrently, 27-year-old forward Jan Mlakar addressed his third stint with NK Maribor, emphasizing his ambition to secure a league championship. Expressing confidence in club leadership figures Zlatko Zahovič and Darko Milanič, Mlakar noted that rival Olimpija Ljubljana, despite experiencing recent struggles, remains an unpredictable opponent in derby matches.

Sources: Delo, Siol.net