SK Sigma Olomouc recorded a composed 2-0 victory over UAE side Shabab Al Ahli in an international club friendly on 14 July 2026. The match, played in Olomouc, provided a stern test against a technically gifted opponent, and Sigma passed with flying colours.

Match Summary

Sigma controlled the tempo from the first whistle, with midfield anchor David Houska breaking up play and launching attacks. The breakthrough came in the 31st minute when Václav Jemelka rose highest to meet a corner and nodded home. Shabab responded with quick combinations through playmaker Fábio Lima, but Sigma’s defence, marshalled by Jan Schulmeister, held firm.

Sigma doubled their lead early in the second half. A swift counter-attack saw winger Pavel Zifčák race clear and square the ball for Tomáš Zlatohlávek to tap into an empty net. Shabab pushed forward in the final quarter but lacked the final pass to trouble Sigma goalkeeper Matěj Kovář, who remained untested for most of the game.

Standout Performances

• Václav Jemelka (Sigma) – Dominant in the air, scored the opener and cleared numerous crosses.
• David Houska (Sigma) – Controlled the midfield engine room with precise passing.
• Fábio Lima (Shabab) – Showed glimpses of creativity but lacked support from his teammates.

Context

The friendly formed part of Sigma’s mid-season preparation for the Czech First League, while Shabab are fine-tuning ahead of the UAE Pro League season. Sigma’s defensive solidity and discipline impressed the coaching staff, who will be encouraged by the clean sheet against a side that thrives on possession.

Shabab Al Ahli, meanwhile, will look to improve their final-third decision-making as they continue their European training camp.