Slovenian football figures reflect on careers ahead of Eternal Derby
Former captain Aleš Čeh and striker Jan Mlakar have shared insights into their careers and expectations for the upcoming derby between Olimpija and Maribor.
Former Slovenian international figures Aleš Čeh and Jan Mlakar have shared perspectives on their football careers and the state of Slovenian football ahead of the upcoming Eternal Derby between Olimpija Ljubljana and Maribor.
Čeh, the former national team captain who spent over a decade as an assistant coach alongside Srečko Katanec across Europe and Asia, reflected on his lingering loyalty to Olimpija while maintaining strong respect for Maribor. Meanwhile, 27-year-old striker Mlakar detailed his third return to Maribor despite his origins in Ljubljana. Mlakar acknowledged that although rivals Olimpija currently face organizational difficulties, high-stakes derby fixtures present an opportunity for struggling sides to turn their fortunes around.
Sources: Delo, Siol.net
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