FC Zlín 1–0 Synot Slovacko | Czech Chance Liga | 23 May 2026

A solitary first‑half strike from midfielder Václav Jurečka was enough to give FC Zlín a hard‑fought 1‑0 victory over regional rivals Synot Slovacko at the Stadion Letná. The win moves Zlín further clear of the relegation zone and deals a blow to Slovacko’s hopes of a top‑three finish.

Key Moment

The decisive moment arrived in the 34th minute. Zlín’s right‑back Petr Hronek overlapped and delivered a teasing cross into the box. Slovacko’s defence failed to clear, and the ball fell to Jurečka, who swept a left‑footed volley past goalkeeper Milan Heča. It was Jurečka’s fourth league goal of the season and his second in as many games.

Tactical Battle

Slovacko dominated possession throughout the match, holding 63% of the ball, but struggled to break down a disciplined Zlín defensive block. The home side sat deep, allowing Slovacko to have the ball in non‑dangerous areas, and then broke quickly on the counter. Zlín goalkeeper Stanislav Dostál was rarely troubled, making only two routine saves.

Slovacko’s best chance came in the 78th minute when substitute Libor Kozák headed wide from a corner. Despite late pressure, Zlín held on to secure their third clean sheet in the last five outings.

League Implications

Zlín move up to 14th place with 27 points, now six points clear of the relegation play‑off spot. For Slovacko, the loss sees them slip to 5th, four points behind third‑placed Sigma Olomouc in the race for European qualification. Coach Martin Hřídel will be frustrated by his side’s lack of cutting edge in the final third.

FC Zlín’s resilience at home continues to be a key factor in their survival campaign — they have lost only once at the Stadion Letná since the start of March.