Slovan Bratislava vs Celje Stats: Head-to-head Record Before August 2026 Match

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. The tie is part of the 2026 season of Europe’s elite club competition and will be played in the Slovak capital, giving Slovan home advantage in this decisive qualifying round. With a place in the Champions League group stage at stake, every historical edge in the Slovan Bratislava vs Celje stats becomes highly relevant.

The fixture comes with both sides already accustomed to Champions League qualifying football. Slovan Bratislava arrive with an unbeaten record in the 2026 campaign so far, while Celje have shown they can score freely despite some defensive vulnerabilities. In this context, the Slovan Bratislava vs Celje stats and previous meetings suggest a matchup between a solid, balanced home side and a more open, attack-minded visitor.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a very small but telling head-to-head sample between Slovan Bratislava and Celje in the UEFA Champions League.

• 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 informative, built entirely within the UEFA Champions League qualifiers. Both recorded meetings came in the 2024 season, in the 2nd Qualifying Round, giving a clear, recent reference point for how these clubs match up over two legs.

On 24 July 2024, Celje hosted the first leg at Stadion Z'dežele in Celje in the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round. The match finished Celje 1–1 Slovan Bratislava, with a half-time score of 1–1, under referee D. England. That result underlined a balanced contest on Slovenian soil, with Celje able to compete at home but unable to establish a lead in the tie.

The return leg on 30 July 2024 at Štadión Tehelné pole in Bratislava decisively shifted the narrative. In the same competition and round, Slovan Bratislava defeated Celje 5–0, having already led 2–0 at half-time, with F. Maresca officiating. That emphatic home win not only settled the 2024 qualifying tie but also shaped the current perception of this matchup: Slovan have demonstrated that, in front of their own supporters in Bratislava, they can dominate Celje both in terms of scoreline and control.

Slovan Bratislava vs Celje Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Slovan Bratislava vs Celje stats point to a clear edge for the Slovak champions, especially in 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 matches played here — Slovan Bratislava won 1 (as home side), Celje won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Celje's stadium: 1 matches played here — Celje won 0 (as home side), Slovan Bratislava won 0 (as away side), 1 draws

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, unbeaten profile. Across 4 matches (2 home, 2 away), they have 3 wins and 1 draw, scoring 7 goals and conceding only 2. Offensively, they average 1.8 goals per game, while defensively they allow just 0.5 goals per match, with 2 clean sheets and no failures to score. This balance between attack and defence, combined with flexibility in formations such as 4-3-3, 3-5-2, and 4-1-4-1, underlines a well-structured side coming into this Play-off.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)

Last 5 Celje Matches Results and Stats

Celje’s 2026 UEFA Champions League campaign to date reflects a more volatile profile. Over 4 matches (2 home, 2 away), they have 2 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, with 9 goals scored and 7 conceded. Their attack has been prolific at 2.3 goals per match, supported by a perfect penalty record with 2 converted from 2. However, they concede an average of 1.8 goals per game, with only 1 clean sheet and no matches where they failed to score. Tactical setups have included 4-3-3, 4-4-2, and 3-4-3, suggesting an emphasis on offensive play that can leave spaces at the back, especially away from home.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Overall, the historical and current Slovan Bratislava vs Celje stats point towards Slovan holding the stronger position ahead of the 19 August 2026 Play-off in Bratislava. Head-to-head, Slovan lead with 1 win and 1 draw from 2 Champions League meetings, backed by a dominant 6–1 aggregate goal difference and a 5–0 victory in their only previous home clash. In the 2026 season to date, Slovan combine an unbeaten record, low goals conceded, and consistent scoring, while Celje offer high attacking output but a more fragile defence, particularly away. The trends suggest that Slovan’s defensive solidity and proven home strength against this opponent give them a statistical edge, though Celje’s attacking numbers indicate they remain capable of making this a competitive and open tie.

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