Viktoria Plzeň B vs. Admira Praha – Czech Third League Match Report

In a tightly contested Czech Third League fixture on May 24, 2026, Admira Praha came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Viktoria Plzeň B at the Plzeň training ground. The result keeps Admira in the hunt for a top-half finish, while the home side’s young squad suffered a setback in their development season.

Match Overview

The match began with both sides showing intent, but it was Viktoria Plzeň B who struck first in the 22nd minute. A well-worked move down the right flank ended with a cross that was turned home by striker Jakub Horváth, giving the hosts a deserved lead. Plzeň B looked comfortable in possession, using the width of the pitch effectively against a compact Admira defence.

Admira Praha responded after the break with renewed energy. Head coach Tomáš Polák introduced fresh legs in midfield, and the change paid dividends. In the 58th minute, Admira’s Lukáš Novotný levelled the scores with a curling free kick from 25 yards that left the Plzeň B goalkeeper rooted to his line.

The decisive moment came ten minutes later. A defensive mix-up between the Plzeň B centre-backs allowed Admira forward Petr Štěpánek to latch onto a loose ball and slot calmly past the keeper. Despite late pressure from Viktoria Plzeň B, Admira held firm to claim all three points.

Key Moments

• 22’ – Goal: Jakub Horváth (Viktoria Plzeň B) – clinical finish from a cross.
• 58’ – Goal: Lukáš Novotný (Admira Praha) – stunning free kick.
• 68’ – Goal: Petr Štěpánek (Admira Praha) – capitalised on defensive error.
• 80’ – Save: Admira goalkeeper Martin Kolář denied a point-blank header from Plzeň B substitute.
• 90+3’ – Miss: Plzeň B forward fired wide from a promising position.

Standout Players

For the visitors, Lukáš Novotný was the architect of the comeback, scoring the equaliser and driving his team forward from midfield. Petr Štěpánek was a constant menace with his pace, and his winning goal was a poacher’s finish. On the home side, Jakub Horváth stood out with his intelligent movement and finishing, but he lacked service in the second half.

Match Impact

The victory moves Admira Praha to eighth place in the Czech Third League standings with 42 points from 30 matches, giving them a realistic chance of finishing in the top six. Viktoria Plzeň B remain in 14th position, six points clear of the relegation zone, and will need to improve their defensive solidity in the remaining fixtures.

This match was a strong example of the competitive nature of the Czech Third League, where young talent often meets experienced lower-league professionals. Both teams will take valuable lessons from this encounter.