Arsenal Ceska Lipa 2-3 SK Kladno | Czech Third League
14 June 2026, 00:30 local time

SK Kladno came from behind to snatch a dramatic 3-2 victory over Arsenal Ceska Lipa in the Czech Third League. The match at the Lipa Stadium was a thriller that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.

Match Story

Arsenal Ceska Lipa started brilliantly and took a 2-0 lead inside 25 minutes. First, midfielder Tomas Novak curled in a free kick from 25 yards, and then striker David Svoboda doubled the advantage with a clinical finish after a defensive mix‑up. SK Kladno looked shell‑shocked, but gradually they grew into the game.

Just before half‑time, Kladno pulled one back through a well‑worked set piece, with defender Martin Vorel heading in from a corner. The momentum shifted completely in the second half. Kladno equalised in the 58th minute when winger Patrik Horak cut inside and fired home. The comeback was completed in the 81st minute when substitute Ondrej Fiala tapped in after a goalmouth scramble.

Turning Point

Arsenal Ceska Lipa’s failure to convert chances after their early dominance proved costly. They hit the woodwork twice and missed a one‑on‑one opportunity while leading 2-0. Kladno’s resilience and tactical adjustment at half‑time were decisive.

Standings & Impact

• SK Kladno: Moved up to 7th in the Czech Third League table, now just four points adrift of the promotion playoff positions.
• Arsenal Ceska Lipa: Dropped to 12th, only three points above the relegation zone.

The win was Kladno’s first away victory in three months, and it could be the spark they need for a late‑season push.

Man of the Match

Patrik Horak was instrumental in Kladno’s revival. His goal, assist, and constant running caused problems all evening. Goalkeeper Jan Maly also made several crucial saves in the closing stages to preserve the lead.

For Arsenal Ceska Lipa, the collapse will be hard to digest. They must regroup quickly to avoid being sucked into the relegation battle.