Jablonec won in Pardubice and again surpassed third-placed Plzeň
Jablonec triumphed over Pardubice with a score of 2-0 in the Czech First League, regaining the third position in the league standings.
In the 22nd round of the Czech First League, football team Jablonec achieved a comfortable victory against Pardubice, winning 2-0. The decisive goals came from substitutes Dominik Hollý and Sebastian Nebyla, scored in a short span from the 76th to the 82nd minute. With this win, Jablonec has now gone three matches in the spring leg of the league season without defeat, moving ahead of Plzeň by one point in the standings.
The match saw Pardubice starting strongly and being more active in the opening hour, coming close to taking the lead on multiple occasions. In the ninth minute, Tanko had a promising opportunity when he maneuvered to the edge of the penalty area but shot just wide. A pivotal moment came in the 38th minute when Pardubice created their best chance of the match, with captain Samuel Šimek assisting Godwin, who found Smékala in a prime position, only for him to hit the goalkeeper. Jablonec's attack struggled in the first half, failing to pose any threat to the home keeper, Mandous.
After halftime, Jablonec turned the game around and executed their chances effectively, demonstrating their resilience and tactical quality. This win not only boosts their standing in the league but also places pressure on the teams below them, particularly concerning Plzeň's position. Meanwhile, Pardubice's loss reflected a challenging phase as they remained in the lower mid-table despite having some solid chances during the game. The outcome highlights the competitive nature of the Czech First League this season.