Friendly Match: Zaglebie Lubin B 0–5 FK Pardubice

FK Pardubice delivered a dominant performance against Zaglebie Lubin’s reserve side in an international club friendly on 25 July 2026, cruising to a 5‑0 victory at the Lubin training ground. The Czech First League side used the match to build fitness ahead of their new season, while the Polish II Liga outfit gained valuable experience against higher‑calibre opposition.

Match Overview

Pardubice controlled the game from the first minute, pressing Zaglebie Lubin B high up the pitch and forcing mistakes. The visitors scored three goals in the first half to effectively end the contest before the break. The second half saw Pardubice maintain their intensity, adding two more goals, while Zaglebie Lubin B rarely threatened the opposition goal.

Key Moments

• 12’ – 0–1: Forward Tomáš Čelůstka turned his marker and fired a low shot inside the near post.
• 24’ – 0–2: Midfielder Lukáš Hůlka headed in from a corner.
• 40’ – 0–3: Čelůstka scored his second with a powerful volley from 12 metres.
• 58’ – 0–4: Substitute Jan Kučera tapped in after a mêlée in the box.
• 78’ – 0–5: Winger Václav Pilař curled a free‑kick into the top corner.

Tactical Story

Pardubice deployed a fluid 4‑1‑4‑1 that overloaded the midfield. Zaglebie Lubin B, mostly made up of young prospects, could not cope with the speed of Pardubice’s passing and movement. The home side’s three‑man defence was repeatedly exposed in wide areas, and they lacked a focal point in attack to hold up the ball.

Standout Performers

• Tomáš Čelůstka (Pardubice) – Two clinical finishes, showing why he is a key player for the Czech side.
• Václav Pilař (Pardubice) – A constant threat from set pieces and open play.
• Lukáš Hůlka (Pardubice) – Controlled the midfield and opened the scoring with his head.

Friendly Context

The match was part of Pardubice’s pre‑season tour, providing game time for fringe players and returning injured stars. Zaglebie Lubin B used the fixture as a testing ground for their younger academy graduates. Despite the heavy defeat, the experience against a top‑flight opponent will serve as a learning curve for the Polish side as they prepare for the upcoming II Liga campaign.