27.08.2011
Viktoria Plzeň reach the promised land
category: Czech Republic
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The new season is underway in the Czech Republic, and Sparta Prague have set the early pace with four wins out of four in the Gambrinus Liga. Arch rivals Slavia, having narrowly survived severe financial problems over the summer, have fared less well in losing two games so far.

But it’s the performance of champions Viktoria Plzeň in Europe which is the big story. Having won their first title last season Plzeň have made the most of the opportunity by sealing a place in the group stages in highly impressive fashion.

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12.06.2011
Viktoria Plzeň defy the odds
category: Czech Republic
tags: , Dukla Prague , , Gambrinus Liga , Michal Bilek , Mlada Bolesav , , Patrik Berger , Pavel Horvath , Pavel Nedved , Pavel Vrba , Prague , Sigma Olomouc , Slavia , Sparta , Struncovy Sady , Viktoria Plzen

– Editor of the fantastic website 2nd Yellow takes a look at the new power in Czech Republic football. And how this season has gone for others.

The Gambrinus Liga has been dominated in recent years by the traditional Prague powers Sparta and Slavia.  This season was one of sharp contrasts for the two, and ended with the silverware going to some unexpected destinations.

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