Pavel Horváth
At 50 years old, Pavel Horváth remains one of the most prominent Czechoslovakia Athletes working today.
Czech association football player
"His most defining career moment was captaining Viktoria Plzeň to their maiden Czech League title in the 2010-11 season, transforming them into a perennial contender and leading them to multiple Champions League campaigns." — About Pavel Horváth
| Metric | Pavel Horváth | Avg Athlete | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Age | 50 | 48 | +2 yrs |
| Height | 178cm (5'10") | 175cm | +3cm |
| Career length | 32 yrs | ~35 yrs | -3 yrs |
| Based on 100 Athlete profiles in our database | |||
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Facts about Pavel Horváth
Did you know that Pavel Horváth once received a yellow card for removing his shirt to reveal another shirt with a message during a celebration?
- He famously played for both rival Prague clubs, Slavia and Sparta, before becoming a legend elsewhere.
- Known for his unique, slow-motion penalty kick technique that often confused goalkeepers.
- Led Viktoria Plzeň to their historic first-ever Czech League title in 2011 at age 35.
- Had a short but notable spell abroad with Turkish giants Galatasaray in the late 1990s.
- After retiring, he transitioned into coaching, primarily with Viktoria Plzeň's youth and B-teams.
His most defining career moment was captaining Viktoria Plzeň to their maiden Czech League title in the 2010-11 season, transforming them into a perennial contender and leading them to multiple Champions League campaigns. This achievement solidified his status as a club icon.
Pavel Horváth is remembered as a charismatic leader and a symbol of Viktoria Plzeň's golden era, celebrated for his exceptional vision, passing, and unique personality that endeared him to fans across the Czech Republic.