The UEFA Champions League heats up on 19.08.2026 as Slovan Bratislava takes on Celje in what’s expected to be a closely contested match. With just a slight edge, Slovan Bratislava aims to leverage their strengths. Our match preview includes a deep dive into both teams’ strategies, player performances, and historical data. Check our prediction to guide your bets.
Key Player Statistics: Slovan Bratislava vs Celje
Slovan Bratislava vs Celje Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEFA Champions League | Slovan Bratislava | Celje | 30.07.2024 | 5-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | Celje | Slovan Bratislava | 24.07.2024 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Super Liga | Slovan Bratislava | Ružomberok | 15.08.2026 | 5-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | Slovan Bratislava | Mjallby AIF | 11.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | Mjallby AIF | Slovan Bratislava | 04.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| Super Liga | Slovan Bratislava | Podbrezová | 01.08.2026 | 3-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | Slovan Bratislava | Saburtalo | 29.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Super Liga | Dukla Banská Bystrica | Slovan Bratislava | 26.07.2026 | 0-4 |
| UEFA Champions League | Saburtalo | Slovan Bratislava | 21.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Slovan Bratislava | Pafos | 16.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Slavia Praha | Slovan Bratislava | 11.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Puskas Academy | Slovan Bratislava | 04.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. SNL | Nafta | Celje | 15.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| UEFA Champions League | Celje | Ararat-Armenia | 11.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| 1. SNL | Celje | Olimpija Ljubljana | 08.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| UEFA Champions League | Ararat-Armenia | Celje | 04.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| 1. SNL | Celje | Maribor | 01.08.2026 | 1-1 |
| UEFA Champions League | Celje | Egnatia Rrogozhinë | 28.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| UEFA Champions League | Egnatia Rrogozhinë | Celje | 22.07.2026 | 3-3 |
| 1. SNL | Celje | Mura | 17.07.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Celje | Istra 1961 | 11.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Celje | MTK Budapest | 08.07.2026 | 4-3 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Slovan Bratislava VS Celje
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Slovan Bratislava vs Celje
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Slovan Bratislava vs Celje
htmlSome fixtures feel like unfinished business. When Slovan Bratislava and Celje meet again in the UEFA Champions League, that's exactly what this is.
Cast your mind back to last summer. These two sides met twice in quick succession. Celje held Slovan to a 1-1 draw in the first leg. Then came the return. A devastating 5-0 victory for Slovan that left absolutely no doubt about who the superior side was. That scoreline still stings for the Slovenian side, and you can bet they haven't forgotten it.
Here's what you need to watch for. Slovan arrive in stunning form. They've won their last two Champions League qualifiers against Mjallby AIF without conceding a single goal. They also brushed aside Saburtalo 2-0 away from home. That's a side that knows how to travel and win when it matters.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Celje are simply along for the ride here. They've actually shown genuine resilience. Their Champions League tie against Egnatia ended 3-3 on aggregate after two wild legs. They beat Ararat-Armenia in their most recent outing. They're competing. But competing isn't the same as winning.
Here's the surprising detail that most people will miss. Celje have drawn four of their last seven competitive matches. That's a pattern that screams caution in front of goal. Against a Slovan side that has kept back-to-back clean sheets, that tendency to settle for draws becomes a serious problem.
Tactically, Slovan's defensive organisation looks rock solid right now. Celje's attacking threat, while genuine, hasn't been clinical enough to punish quality opposition. I expect Slovan to control the tempo, press high, and make life very uncomfortable for Celje's backline.
Now, for those of you looking for value in the betting markets, the odds tell an interesting story. Slovan at 1.74 reflects their status as clear favourites. But the real opportunity here might be Slovan to win and both teams not to score. Celje's draw-heavy recent form and Slovan's clean sheet streak make that a genuinely compelling combination bet. I'd also lean strongly towards Slovan winning by at least two goals, echoing that ruthless 5-0 from a year ago.
My prediction is Slovan Bratislava 3-0 Celje. Comfortable, clinical, and a statement of intent for the rest of the competition.
Get ready. When these two meet, Bratislava tends to put on a show.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R. Mak | Slovakia | 35 | Midfielder | 179 | 78 |
| D. Takáč | Slovakia | 27 | Goalkeeper | 195 | 82 |
| C. Blackman | Panama | 28 | Defender | 174 | 70 |
| P. Pokorný | Slovakia | 25 | Midfielder | 183 | 74 |
| M. Tolić | Croatia | 30 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Wimmer | Austria | 33 | Defender | 187 | 85 |
| Sandro Cruz | Portugal | 25 | Defender | 182 cm | 77 kg |
| V. Weiss | Slovakia | 36 | Midfielder | 173 | 71 |
| G. Kashia | Georgia | 39 | Defender | 185 | 87 |
| T. Barseghyan | Armenia | 32 | Midfielder | 179 | n/a |
| K. Bajrič | Slovenia | 31 | Midfielder | 189 | 83 |
| D. Strelec | Slovakia | 25 | Attacker | 185 | 73 |
| A. Mustafić | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 27 | Midfielder | 185 | 78 |
| D. Ignatenko | Ukraine | 29 | Midfielder | 189 | 84 |
| M. Trnovský | Slovakia | 26 | Goalkeeper | 191 | 84 |
| M. Kukharevych | Ukraine | 25 | Attacker | 193 cm | 81 kg |
| R. Ibrahim | Ghana | 25 | Midfielder | 186 | n/a |
| N. Marcelli | Slovakia | 21 | Midfielder | 178 | n/a |
| A. Yirajang | Gambia | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Maxim Mateas | Slovakia | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S. Sluga | Croatia | 33 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 84 |
| F. Kovačević | Croatia | 27 | Attacker | 185 | 80 |
| M. Kvesić | Bosnia and Herzegovina | 34 | Midfielder | 175 | 72 |
| M. Boben | Slovenia | 32 | Defender | 191 | 83 |
| D. Vukliševič | Slovenia | 31 | Defender | 193 | 86 |
| A. Kotnik | Slovenia | 31 | Midfielder | 189 | 85 |
| Juanjo Nieto | Spain | 31 | Defender | 175 | 71 |
| Ž. Karničnik | Slovenia | 31 | Defender | 184 | 77 |
| D. Hrka | Slovenia | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| M. Zabukovnik | Slovenia | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| D. Šturm | Slovenia | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| N. Iosifov | Russia | 25 | Midfielder | 175 | 62 |
| Ł. Bejger | Poland | 24 | Defender | 190 | 76 |
| M. Avdyli | Kosovo | 24 | Attacker | 180 | 70 |
| Žan-Luk Leban | Slovenia | 23 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 74 |
| G. Vodeb | Slovenia | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| A. Tutyškinas | Lithuania | 23 | Defender | 190 | 82 |
| L. Kolar | Slovenia | 20 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| F. Jevšenak | Slovenia | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| T. Zorko | Slovenia | 19 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
Slovan Bratislava vs Celje match odds
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