Spartak Trnava 1 – 3 Kromeriz
International Club Friendly • 10 July 2026

Match Overview

Czech third-tier side Kromeriz impressed with a confident 3-1 victory over Slovakian First League outfit Spartak Trnava in a preseason friendly played at the Štadión Antona Malatinského. The result caught the attention of observers, as Trnava are a top-division club, while Kromeriz operate in the MSFL (third tier of Czech football).

Match Events

Kromeriz stunned the home crowd by taking the lead in the 7th minute. Winger Tomáš Malý cut in from the right and unleashed a powerful drive that flew into the net. Trnava struggled to find their rhythm, and Kromeriz doubled their advantage just before the half-hour mark when striker Filip Kočí finished off a counterattack.

Trnava pulled one back in the 41st minute through midfielder Kristián Mihálik, who curled a free-kick over the wall. But any hopes of a comeback were dashed in the 67th minute when Kromeriz restored their two-goal cushion with a penalty converted by Michal Polák after a handball.

Key Takeaways

• Kromeriz’s pressing game – The visitors hunted in packs and forced errors from Trnava’s backline.
• Trnava’s defensive disorganisation – The Slovak side looked off the pace, particularly in wide areas.
• Strong showing from Kromeriz’s midfield – They controlled the tempo and transitioned quickly from defence to attack.

Preseason Implications

For Spartak Trnava, this friendly was an early test ahead of the Slovak Super Liga season. Coach Marek Hornyák will be concerned by the defensive lapses but noted that fitness levels are still building. Kromeriz, under the guidance of Jan Hampl, gained a morale-boosting result that will raise expectations for their MSFL campaign.

What’s Next

Trnava will face Hungarian side Fehérvár in their next preseason fixture, while Kromeriz are scheduled to meet Slovakian club FC ViOn Zlaté Moravce.