Celje, one of Slovenia’s prominent football clubs, has been making waves in the domestic league with its dynamic style of play. Known for their youthful energy and tactical versatility, the team showcases a mix of seasoned professionals and emerging talents. With a strong emphasis on attacking football, Celje aims to thrill their fans with every match. The club’s commitment to developing local talent has seen several players rise through the ranks, contributing to a vibrant squad atmosphere. As they continue to build on their recent successes, Celje is poised to challenge for top honors in Slovenia.
Celje Upcoming matches by league
Celje Last matches by league
1. SNL
UEFA Europa Conference League
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19 March 2026 - 17:45 Round of 16
AEK Athens FC0 - 2Celje
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12 March 2026 - 20:00 Round of 16
Celje0 - 4AEK Athens FC
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26 February 2026 - 17:45 Round of 32
Celje3 - 2Drita
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19 February 2026 - 20:00 Round of 32
Drita2 - 3Celje
Friendlies Clubs
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22 January 2026 - 10:00 Club Friendly
Mallorca II0 - 4Celje
UEFA Europa League
Cup
UEFA Champions League
Celje Team Roster
The current squad of Celje is a blend of youthful exuberance and experienced players, showcasing a strong attacking lineup. Key forwards like Edmilson and N. Iosifov lead the charge, bringing creativity and flair to the front line. In midfield, Íñigo Eguaras and T. Svetlin provide both stability and playmaking abilities, crucial for dictating the pace of the game. The defensive unit, featuring players like K. Nemanič and A. Krefl, is focused on maintaining a solid backline to support their attacking ambitions. With a talented group of goalkeepers including L. Štubljar and M. Obradovič, Celje has depth in every position. The squad’s youth players, such as R. Aarons and Kenan Kurtovic, are also stepping up, promising an exciting future for the club. This mix of experience and youth creates a competitive environment, making Celje a team to watch in the league.
position Goalkeeper
position Defender
Juan José Nieto Zarzoso
Damjan Vukliševič
Gašper Vodeb
Artemijus Tutyškinas
Nino Vukasović
David Castro Pazos
Mark Zabukovnik
Žan Karničnik
Łukasz Bejger
position Midfielder
T. Letonja
Darko Hrka
Florjan Jevšenak
Mario Kvesić
Svit Sešlar
Milot Avdyli
Papa Mustapha Daniel
Ivica Vidović
Andrej Kotnik
Ivan Ćalušić
Stijan Gobec
D. Suhovrsnik
position Attacker
Nikita Igorevich Iosifov
Jakov Pranjić
A. Kucys
Rudi Požeg Vancaš
M. Poplatnik
Last Celje Coachs
Albert Riera Ortega
History
| Coach | Coach country | Coach since | Coach until |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albert Riera Ortega | Spain | 1 July 2024 | |
| Damir Krznar | Croatia | 1 October 2023 | 1 July 2024 |
| Albert Riera Ortega | Spain | 1 July 2023 | 1 October 2023 |
| Roman Pilipchuk | Ukraine | 1 June 2022 | 1 July 2023 |
| Simon Rožman | Slovenia | 1 January 2022 | 1 May 2022 |
| Simon Sešlar | Slovenia | 1 September 2021 | 1 December 2021 |
| Agron Šalja | Slovenia | 1 April 2021 | 1 September 2021 |
| Jiří Jarošík | Czechia | 1 December 2020 | 1 April 2021 |
| Dušan Kosič | Yugoslavia | 1 September 2017 | 1 December 2020 |
| Tomaž Petrovič | Slovenia | 1 June 2017 | 1 August 2017 |
| Igor Jovičević | Croatia | 1 October 2016 | 1 June 2017 |
| Robert Pevnik | Slovenia | 1 April 2016 | 1 October 2016 |
| Iztok Kapušin | Slovenia | 1 September 2015 | 1 April 2016 |
| Simon Rožman | Slovenia | 1 April 2014 | 1 September 2015 |
| Marjan Pušnik | Slovenia | 1 July 2012 | 12 December 2012 |
| Damijan Romih | Slovenia | 1 March 2011 | 1 June 2012 |
| Stane Bevc | Slovenia | 12 October 2010 | 25 March 2011 |
| Damijan Romih | Slovenia | 1 September 2010 | 1 October 2010 |
| Milan Đuričić | Croatia | 1 July 2009 | 1 September 2010 |
Celje Transfers
Latest player transfers from
| Player | Team from | Transfer type | Transfer date |
|---|---|---|---|
| D. Vidovic |
Velež
|
Free agent | 12 February 2026 |
| S. Matjaž |
Brinje-Grosuplje
|
Return from loan | 15 January 2026 |
| J. Pranjić |
Zrinjski
|
Transfer | 15 January 2026 |
| I. Ćalušić |
Radomlje
|
Transfer | 14 January 2026 |
| S. Sešlar |
Eyüpspor
|
Transfer | 31 December 2025 |
| A. Chidi |
FK Sarajevo
|
Return from loan | 30 December 2025 |
| N. Vukasović |
Radomlje
|
Transfer | 8 September 2025 |
| R. Požeg |
Diosgyori VTK
|
Free Transfer | 2 September 2025 |
| V. Lisakovich |
Baltika
|
Free Transfer | 2 September 2025 |
| M. Poplatnik |
Bravo
|
Transfer | 15 August 2025 |
| M. Poplatnik |
Bravo
|
Free agent | 13 August 2025 |
| R. Požeg |
Diosgyori VTK
|
Free agent | 13 August 2025 |
| M. Boben |
CFR 1907 Cluj
|
Transfer | 5 August 2025 |
| Papa Mustapha Daniel |
Niger Tornadoes
|
- | 27 July 2025 |
| S. Matjaž |
Primorje
|
Return from loan | 8 July 2025 |
Latest player transfers to
| Player | Team to | Transfer type | Transfer date |
|---|---|---|---|
| V. Lisakovich |
Torpedo Zhodino
|
Free agent | 5 April 2026 |
| A. Chidi |
Sandviken
|
- | 27 February 2026 |
| D. Vidovic |
Bistrica
|
Loan | 18 February 2026 |
| M. Boben |
Mura
|
Loan | 14 February 2026 |
|
Bistrica
|
Loan | 6 February 2026 | |
| S. Matjaž |
Brinje-Grosuplje
|
Free agent | 26 January 2026 |
| F. Kovačević |
Ferencvarosi TC
|
Transfer | 19 January 2026 |
| C. Lhernault |
Železničar Pančevo
|
Free agent | 18 January 2026 |
| L. Mačak |
Triglav
|
Loan | 15 January 2026 |
| V. Lisakovich |
Torpedo Zhodino
|
Free agent | 12 January 2026 |
| N. Noordanus |
Wuxi Wugou
|
Free agent | 6 January 2026 |
| D. Šturm |
Sigma Olomouc
|
Transfer | 31 December 2025 |
| A. Krefl |
Rudar
|
Free agent | 16 October 2025 |
| M. Dulca |
Petrolul Ploiesti
|
Free agent | 8 October 2025 |
| S. Džumhur |
Rudar
|
Loan | 21 September 2025 |
Leagues Celje has participated in
Last matches statistics for Celje
| match | shots | Poss. | Pass % | Fouls | Cards | Saves |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
AEK Athens FC
0 - 2
Celje
19 March 2026
|
3 / 6 |
|
87 | 13 | 1 | 5 |
|
Celje
5 - 1
Primorje
22 March 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Celje
1 - 0
Maribor
4 April 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Radomlje
1 - 3
Celje
11 April 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Celje
2 - 0
Olimpija Ljubljana
15 April 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Mura
0 - 2
Celje
19 April 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Celje
5 - 0
Aluminij
26 April 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Celje
2 - 3
Bravo
2 May 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Celje
1 - 2
Koper
16 May 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
|
Primorje
0 - 4
Celje
22 May 2026
|
0 / 0 |
|
0% | 0 | - | 0 |
Detailed statistics Celje
Xtra rating history
Last rating points (most recent matches).