Pardubice 3-0 Zlin: result and AI prediction
Pardubice – Zlin, Czech Liga, Saturday, October 17, 2026 at 02:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Letni Stadion
Pardubice is #14 in the table (8 pts) and Zlin #16 (1 pts). Zlin has not won any of its last 5 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Pardubice 2, draws 2, Zlin 2. Their last meeting, on April 25, 2026, ended Pardubice 3-1 Zlin.
AI confidence: Medium
AI match recap
This is a major home opportunity for Pardubice after a difficult visit to Sparta, with the return to their own ground adding urgency. Zlín arrive still chasing a breakthrough league result, but their recent defensive work under Pavel Hoftych has made them more competitive than their position suggests. The decisive issue is Zlín’s depleted central defence against Pardubice’s capable attacking rotation around Hlavatý, Tanko and Drchal. Expect the hosts to set the territorial tone, with Zlín trying to keep the match compact and alive deep into the afternoon.
Head-to-head analysis
This fixture has been historically balanced, with neither club establishing lasting control across their league meetings. Pardubice won the latest encounter at this ground, but the broader series includes several tight, drawn contests.
Injuries and absences
Černín’s suspension, compounded by the absences of Jugas and Kolář, is a substantial structural blow to Zlín’s centre-back unit. Pardubice will target that uncertainty through Drchal’s movement, direct deliveries and pressure on second balls.
Form (last 5)
Pardubice vs Zlin stats
| Pardubice | Zlin | |
|---|---|---|
| Played | 10 | 10 |
| Goals scored | 9 | 8 |
| Goals conceded | 16 | 20 |
| Clean sheets | 1 | 0 |
Last meetings
- 2026-04-25Pardubice 3-1 Zlin
- 2025-10-25Zlin 2-2 Pardubice
- 2024-05-04Pardubice 2-0 Zlin
- 2024-04-14Zlin 1-1 Pardubice
- 2023-11-04Pardubice 0-1 Zlin
- 2023-05-21Pardubice 1-2 Zlin

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