Komárov vs Petřín Plzeň II Match Recap - Oct 11, 2025

Komárov Blazes Past Petřín Plzeň II, Tightens Grip on Promotion Race With Commanding 3-0 Home Victory

Under the cool October skies at Hrište FK Komárov, the hosts delivered a performance as clinical as it was symbolic—a statement win that not only dispatched Petřín Plzeň II 3-0, but also crystallized Komárov’s ambitions in the upper reaches of the 4. liga - Divizie A. For a side now sitting third with 18 points from nine matches, Saturday’s result felt like more than just three points; it was affirmation of a campaign gathering momentum with each passing week.

For Petřín Plzeň II, the trip south was set against the backdrop of recent adversity. Their last five outings had yielded two draws and three bruising defeats—a spiral they hoped to arrest in Komárov. Instead, they met an opponent in full stride, one whose own sequence of results—three wins in five, with none finishing level—reflected more grit than hesitation.

Early intensity sets the tone

From kickoff, Komárov’s approach was unmistakable: pressure early, organize quickly, and break with intent. Their midfield trio—anchored by the tireless captain—set about dictating the tempo, launching probing balls behind the Petřín Plzeň II back line that forced the visitors to retreat deeper than intended. Within the first ten minutes, Komárov fashioned the game’s initial clear chance, a darting run yielding a shot narrowly wide.

The breakthrough arrived just moments later. In the 15th minute, Komárov winger Jan Masek flicked a clever ball into the path of striker Filip Stehlík, whose low, curling finish found the far post. The roar from the stands reflected both relief and expectation; Komárov had their platform, and Petřín Plzeň II faced yet another uphill climb.

Turning point: A second goal before halftime

The match’s decisive moment unfolded in the 38th minute. As Petřín Plzeň II tried to push forward, Komárov’s pressing forced a turnover in midfield. This time it was midfielder Tomáš Brož who seized on a loose ball, surging into the box and firing a shot that deflected off a defender and nestled in the net. The second goal was a blow Petřín Plzeň II struggled to absorb.

Rather than sitting back, Komárov pressed their advantage. The visitors, missing composure and clarity, offered little threat aside from a speculative long-range effort that forced Komárov’s goalkeeper into a routine save. No sooner had the first half drawn to a close than it was clear: only one team looked poised to dictate the narrative.

Petřín Plzeň II’s plight deepens

With a two-goal deficit and a string of disappointing performances trailing them, Petřín Plzeň II returned for the second half with urgency—but it was met by the organized discipline of Komárov. The home side’s back line snuffed out several attempts to play through, and their midfield continued to control possession.

When the third goal arrived, it was emblematic of Petřín Plzeň II’s unraveling. In the 66th minute, substitute Marek Vávra—on the pitch for just five minutes—capitalized on slack marking and coolly slotted home after a swift counter-attack. The scoreboard, now reading 3-0, reflected not simply the day’s events but the diverging trajectories of both clubs.

A brief flashpoint came in the 73rd minute when Petřín Plzeň II midfielder Ondřej Hrdlička picked up a second yellow card for a reckless challenge, reducing the visitors to ten men. The red card punctuated an afternoon of frustration for the Plzeň outfit, who managed only sporadic forays forward and finished without registering a goal.

Recent form, league context, and implications

Today’s result marks another notch in Komárov’s recent resurgence. The club has now won four of its last five matches, a run that has propelled them into the thick of the promotion race. Their tally—18 points from 6 wins—places them just off the pace of the league leaders, carrying momentum and a sense of belief. Importantly, Komárov’s defensive solidity has re-emerged; three clean sheets in their last five have followed a brief wobble in September.

For Petřín Plzeň II, the narrative is wholly different. With no wins in five, a raft of defensive lapses, and mounting discipline issues (including today’s red card), their slide from mid-table respectability to the fringes of the relegation zone has been swift. Their inability to convert draws into victories or stem the flow of goals against has left them in urgent need of answers, and with the season now approaching its midpoint, pressure will only intensify.

Head-to-head history and next steps

While Komárov and Petřín Plzeň II have shared competitive encounters in recent seasons, today’s fixture felt distinctly one-sided—a departure from the parity often seen in their head-to-head meetings. The significance is not lost on the home supporters, who sense a shift in Komárov’s capacity to impose themselves even against established regional rivals.

Looking ahead, Komárov faces a testing away fixture likely to challenge their newfound consistency and depth. With promotion ambitions now firmly in sight, every point carries weight. For Petřín Plzeň II, the task is more fundamental: rediscover cohesion, halt the defensive hemorrhage, and restore confidence before the campaign slips beyond repair.

Saturday’s match at Hrište FK Komárov offered more than just a snapshot of league form—it showcased a team on the rise, pushing for a season-defining breakthrough, and another in need of reinvention. With autumn settling over the Czech 4. liga, the stakes have sharpened, and for both clubs, the next chapter looms.