Zlin vs Plzen: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Zlin prepare to host Plzen on March 1, 2026, with kick-off at 15:30, this CZECH REPUBLIC: 1. Liga fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Zlin, currently 9th in the standings with 28 points from 23 games, trail the leaders by 27 points. They've earned 13 points from 11 home games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 5 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

Plzen, sitting 4th with 42 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 20 points from 11 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 draw in their last five matches. They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 2 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals. This balance has translated into consistently competitive performances.

Recent meetings between Zlin and Plzen have been competitive, with Plzen claiming victory in their most recent clash (1-0). The head-to-head record remains evenly balanced between the two sides.

In their previous league match against Hradec Kralove, Zlin recorded a 0-0 draw while lining up in a 3-4-2-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Dostal, Fukala , Kolar, Jugas, Krapka, Nombil, Didiba Moudoumbou, Petruta, Machalik, Kopecny, Poznar. The chosen system aimed to exploit specific weaknesses in the opposition while maintaining structural integrity.

Plzen's last outing came against Sparta Praha, where they secured a 0-0 draw using a 3-4-3 system. Their starting XI featured Wiegele, Doski, Jemelka, Krcik, Kadlec, Hrosovsky, Cerv, Visinsky, Ladra, Memic, Vydra. With three at the back, the team looked to dominate possession and overwhelm centrally.

Looking ahead, Zlin are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Zlin and Plzen are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest a moderate number of goals: Zlin's fixtures have averaged 2.5 goals per game, with 5 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 30% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Plzen's games average 2.1 goals, with 4 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 40% of those matches, alongside 5 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect a low-scoring affair.

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