Tomas Holáš, a defender of Slavia Prague, will be absent for two to three weeks following a neck injury during the opening match of the main phase of the Champions League against Bodö / Glipt. The team confirmed this news on social networks, stressing the importance of Holáš for defence. His absence raised concerns about his participation in the next Prague derby against Sparta, scheduled for 5 October, a crucial event in the 11th round of the league. The injury occurred at the 18th minute of the game, which ended with a 2-2 parity score, requiring his immediate replacement.

The thorough medical examinations conducted at the Rostovice military centre fortunately revealed that there was no serious injury. Holáš is now under the supervision of the club’s physiotherapists and is undergoing a rehabilitation programme. This absence is in addition to that of two other key defenders: Captain Jan Bořil and Igoh Ogbu, as well as the long absence of ToMáš Vlček, who was unable to play with the first team this season due to illness. During the match against Bodö / Glipt, Holáš was replaced by young Stephen Chaloupek.

The absence of Tomas Holáš represents a significant challenge for the defence of Slavia Prague, particularly in the context of important matches such as the Prague derby. With several key defenders unavailable, the coach will have to find alternative solutions to maintain the defensive strength of the team. The length of his absence, estimated at two or three weeks, could impact the team’s strategy and require tactical adaptation for the next games. The situation underscores the importance of the depth of the workforce and the need to rely on young talent to fill gaps left by injured players.