Established in the year of our Lord 1919, Slovan Bratislava have carved a niche for themselves in the annals of football. A Slovakian stalwart, they entertain their loyal followers at their fortress, Tehelné Pole. The early twentieth-century surroundings of their home ground serve as a vivid reminder of the club's storied history. They've certainly proven their mettle in the football sphere, and with each passing season, seem eager to etch new chapters of success in the club's enduring saga.
Valued at a not-to-be-sniffed-at £32 million, according to the keen lads at Transfermarkt, Slovan Bratislava's squad is worth a fair dup. It's not just sterling they've amassed, but a hearty collection of footballers too, with a roster currently boasting 27 players. With an average age of 27, this is a team that strikes the balance between youthful vigour and the wisdom of experience rather splendidly, wouldn't you say?
This term, the lads from Tehelné Pole have been rolling up their sleeves in a couple of competitions. The First Football League, wherein they hold court at the respectable 4th position, has certainly seen them make a solid showing. But they've not stopped there, no sir. They've also thrown their cap into the ring in the Champions League Qualifiers, gamely battling it out to the 3rd Qualifying round. All said and done, it's safe to say that Slovan Bratislava are a team that never shies from a challenge, and that's as good an ethos as any to instil in your lads, I reckon.
