Key Highlights
- Pražská Slavia starts its winter training in Spain with a friendly match against FC Basilej.
- The match is scheduled for January 6th, 2026, at the Marabella Football Center in Spain.
- Bookmakers favor Slavia, setting odds of 2.10 for a Slavia victory and 2.94 for Basilej.
- New signings Samuel Isife and Hamidou Kanté join the squad before the match.
Slavia Praha’s Winter Training Begins in Spain with FC Basilej
In a pre-season move aimed at preparing for the upcoming Czech First League season, Pražská Slavia embarked on a two-week training camp in Spain. The team’s first friendly match will be against FC Basilej on January 6th, 2026.
Match Details
The match is set to take place at the Marabella Football Center in Spain and can be streamed live online from Slavia’s official website. Fans are encouraged to participate by placing bets or using the tracker provided on the club’s site for real-time updates.
New Signings and Team Dynamics
Slavia has brought in new players Samuel Isife, who joins from Dukla, and Hamidou Kanté, transferred from Artisu Brno. These additions are expected to bolster the squad’s depth as they prepare for the upcoming season.
Injury Updates and Squad Changes
Some key players will be missing due to injury, including Divine Teah, Alexandr Bužek, and Samkhou Camara, who were on loan from Pardubice and Karviná respectively. The team also faces the absence of Dominik Javůsek, who is currently playing for Nigeria in the AFCON.
FC Basilej’s Season Outlook
FC Basilej, the current Swiss champion, is facing a challenging domestic season with just 32 points from 19 games. Their performance has been less than stellar in European competitions as well, with only six points from six matches.
Potential Impact of the Match
With the upcoming fixture against Viktoria Plzeň scheduled for late January, this match provides a crucial opportunity for Basilej to regain form and momentum. Their performance in this friendly could significantly influence their outlook on both domestic and European stages.
Expert Prediction and Tips
The redaction of FotbalZprávy.cz believes that Slavia will likely come out victorious, continuing the positive momentum from the second half of last season. They recommend betting on a Slavia win with odds of 2.10 at Tipsport.
Additional Information
Detailed information about Slavia’s home stadium, Fortuna Arena (Eden Arena), is available for fans interested in visiting or learning more about the club’s facilities. The team will be competing in the UEFA Champions League during the 2025/2026 season, with details of their group and opponents to follow.
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