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Reigning Slovenian Prva Liga Telekom champions Celje played their final behind-closed-doors preseason friendly ahead of the new season, dynamic new signing Yaya Dukuly making an instant impact in a 1:1 draw against Croatian top-flight side Istra.
Celje have completed the signing of Australian winger Yaya Dukuly from Adelaide United as the Slovenian champions continue strengthening their squad.
Celje are searching for new full-backs, with Leonardo Koutris linked as Žan Karničnik and Juanjo Nieto move closer to exits.
Maribor owner Acun Ilicali watched the eternal derby against Olimpija in Stožice and said he is satisfied with the club’s progress since taking over.
Daniel Bameyi, captain of Nigeria’s U20 team, has yet to play a minute for Primorje since arriving last year and recently appeared only in Slovenia’s third youth league.
Maribor coach Feđa Dudić praised defender Omar Rekik as the best player of the Slovenian eternal derby against Olimpija after a strong defensive display in Stožice.
Josip Iličić has rediscovered top form at Koper, becoming the club’s key figure in the race for European places and a growing threat to Olimpija.
Olimpija coach Federico Bessone reflects on growing up with Lionel Messi and rebuilding the Ljubljana based club.
English referee Chris Kavanagh, criticised for three major FA Cup mistakes, will officiate Celje’s Conference League match in Priština after being left off the Premier League schedule.
With the season entering its final stretch, Celje faces not only the pressure of defending its title ambitions but also a growing concern surrounding the future of one of its key players — Žan Karničnik.
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