Slovenian football figures reflect on domestic league dynamics

Former national team captain Aleš Čeh and forward Jan Mlakar have shared insights on their careers and the state of Slovenian domestic football.

Čeh, who spent over a decade as assistant manager to Srečko Katanec—including seven years coaching in Asia—reaffirmed his respect for NK Maribor alongside his personal affinity for Olimpija Ljubljana and Austria's Grazer AK.

Concurrently, 27-year-old striker Mlakar addressed his third stint with Maribor, voicing confidence in club management while assessing rival Olimpija's current form. Mlakar emphasized that despite Olimpija's recent struggles, upcoming derby fixtures remain volatile and unpredictable, reinforcing the enduring competitiveness of the Slovenian PrvaLiga.

Sources: Delo, Siol.net