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Slovan Bratislava vs Celje: Head-to-Head Stats and Historical Meetings

Slovan Bratislava host Celje in Bratislava on 19 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 19:00 UTC in the UEFA Champions League Play-offs. With a place in the group stage on the line, this fixture carries major financial and sporting implications for both clubs, and the Slovan Bratislava vs Celje stats from previous European campaigns suggest a finely balanced qualifying pedigree on each side.

Played under the banner of the UEFA Champions League, this tie comes after both teams have already shown they can negotiate earlier qualifying rounds. Slovan Bratislava arrive unbeaten in the 2026 campaign so far, while Celje have combined strong attacking numbers with some defensive vulnerability. Against that backdrop, the Slovan Bratislava vs Celje stats and historical meetings provide an important reference point for assessing how this Play-off clash might unfold.

Head-to-head record

The record shows that Slovan Bratislava and Celje have met twice in UEFA Champions League qualifying, producing one win for Slovan and one draw.

  • Previous meetings: 2
  • Slovan Bratislava wins: 1
  • Draws: 1
  • Celje wins: 0

Slovan Bratislava vs Celje Timeline & Historical Context

The Slovan Bratislava vs Celje timeline in European competition is compact but already informative. Their first recorded clash in UEFA Champions League qualifying came on 24 July 2024 in the 2nd Qualifying Round at Stadion Z'dežele in Celje. That match ended 1-1, with Celje as the home side and Slovan Bratislava as visitors, setting up a finely poised second leg in Bratislava.

Just six days later, on 30 July 2024, the teams met again in the same round at Štadión Tehelné pole in Bratislava. Slovan Bratislava, this time at home, produced a dominant performance, winning 5-0 after leading 2-0 at half-time. That result decisively settled the 2nd Qualifying Round tie in favour of the Slovak champions and established a clear early pattern in the rivalry: Celje were competitive on their own ground but struggled badly away in Bratislava.

With both previous meetings taking place in UEFA Champions League qualifying, this new Play-off encounter extends a rivalry that has so far been confined to this competition. The existing Slovan Bratislava vs Celje timeline therefore points to a matchup where Slovan have already demonstrated they can exploit home advantage, while Celje will be looking to show that the heavy defeat in Bratislava on 30 July 2024 was an outlier rather than a fixed pattern.

Slovan Bratislava vs Celje Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head numbers underline Slovan Bratislava’s edge, particularly in terms of goal difference.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Slovan Bratislava 6 - 1 Celje
  • Average Goals per Match: Slovan Bratislava 3.00 vs Celje 0.50

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Slovan Bratislava's stadium: 1 match played here — Slovan Bratislava won 1 (as home side), Celje won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Celje's stadium: 1 match played here — Celje won 0 (as home side), Slovan Bratislava won 0 (as away side), 1 draw

Slovan Bratislava vs Celje Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Slovan Bratislava vs Celje last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 30 July 2024: Slovan Bratislava 5-0 Celje (Half-time: 2-0) – UEFA Champions League, 2nd Qualifying Round
  • 24 July 2024: Celje 1-1 Slovan Bratislava (Half-time: 1-1) – UEFA Champions League, 2nd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Slovan Bratislava Matches Results and Stats

For the 2026 UEFA Champions League season to date, Slovan Bratislava have built a strong platform in qualifying. Across four matches (two home and two away), they are unbeaten with three wins and one draw. Offensively, they average 1.8 goals per game and have failed to score in none of their fixtures, while defensively they concede just 0.5 goals per match and have kept two clean sheets. This combination of solid back-line numbers and reliable scoring suggests Slovan enter the Play-offs with both momentum and balance.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 1, Lose 0

Last 5 Celje Matches Results and Stats

Celje’s UEFA Champions League 2026 campaign to date shows a more volatile profile. In four matches (two at home, two away), they have recorded two wins, one draw and one defeat. Their attack has been productive, with 9 goals scored at an average of 2.3 per game, including 2.5 per match at home and 2.0 away. However, they have conceded 7 goals overall, an average of 1.8 per match, with their away defence particularly stretched at 2.5 goals allowed per away game. While they have one clean sheet and have scored in every match, the defensive figures indicate potential vulnerability against a clinical opponent.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 1

Historical Statistical Verdict

Taken together, the head-to-head record and current-season Champions League form tilt the historical and statistical balance towards Slovan Bratislava. They lead the direct series with one win and one draw, boast a 6-1 aggregate goal difference, and have already demonstrated that playing in Bratislava can be a severe test for Celje. Slovan’s 2026 qualifying campaign shows an unbeaten record, strong defensive metrics and consistent scoring, while Celje arrive with an impressive attacking output but a more fragile defensive profile, especially away from home. Overall, the numbers suggest a matchup in which Slovan’s home advantage and defensive solidity are key factors, set against Celje’s capacity to create and convert chances, making this Play-off tie an intriguing clash of styles.

Slovan Bratislava vs Celje H2H Statistics updated on 14 August 2026.

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