,fit(1200:) "Vladimír Weiss names Slovakia squad for Nations League without Lobotka")
Slovakia National Team Prepares for UEFA Nations League Climax Without Injured Stars
Slovakia will play its final two UEFA Nations League Group C matches in November, hosting the Faroe Islands in Košice on November 13 and traveling to face Kazakhstan in Astana on November 16, as reported by ŠPORT.sk. Head coach Vladimír Weiss and his coaching staff unveiled a larger-than-usual 27-man squad for the upcoming fixtures.
The squad selection is shaped by key absences. Napoli midfielder Stanislav Lobotka misses out after sustaining damage to the syndesmotic ligament between his lower leg bones and a minor injury to a ligament in his left ankle during a 4–1 Serie A victory against Monza. Leo Sauer is also sidelined with an injury, while Seattle Sounders midfielder Albert Rusnák returns to the national setup after an extended absence.
Weiss includes four uncapped players in roster
Weiss named four uncapped players to the expanded roster, pointing to the upcoming European Championship qualifiers as a key factor in introducing fresh talent. Among the newcomers is Ľudovít Reis, a 26-year-old midfielder playing for German Bundesliga side Werder Brémy. Born in Haarlem to Slovak parents, Reis previously played for the FC Barcelona B team and Hamburger SV before making the switch to the Slovak national team.
Joining Reis as debutants in the squad are DAC Dunajská Streda forward Matej Trusa, Viktoria Plzeň defender Tobiáš Pališčák, and FK Jablonec midfielder Sebastián Nebyla. Weiss noted that taking a broader group allows the technical staff to evaluate younger prospects like Pališčák, MŠK Žilina defender Timotej Hranica, and ŠK Slovan Bratislava forward Nino Marcelli ahead of future competitive cycles.
Slovakia leads group ahead of final matches
Slovakia currently leads Group 3 of League C with 10 points from four matches, maintaining an undefeated record. The campaign opened in September with a 2–0 home win against Moldova and a 2–1 victory over Kazakhstan, followed by a 1–1 draw away to the Faroe Islands and a 4–0 away win in Moldova.
The Faroe Islands sit second in the group with four points, trailing ahead of Moldova on goal difference, while Kazakhstan occupies fourth place with two points. The final stretch begins on Friday, November 13, at 20:45 against the Faroe Islands in Košice, concluding on Monday, November 16, at 16:00 against Kazakhstan in Astana.
Frequently Asked Questions About Slovakia’s Squad and Schedule
Why is Stanislav Lobotka missing from the squad?
Stanislav Lobotka is sidelined with damage to the syndesmotic ligament between his lower leg bones and a minor injury to his left ankle. He suffered the injury during Napoli’s 4–1 Serie A win against Monza.
Who are the new players called up by coach Vladimír Weiss?
The four main newcomers are Werder Bremen midfielder Ľudovít Reis, DAC Dunajská Streda forward Matej Trusa, Viktoria Plzeň defender Tobiáš Pališčák, and FK Jablonec midfielder Sebastián Nebyla.
What is Slovakia’s current position in the UEFA Nations League group?
Slovakia leads Group 3 of League C with 10 points after winning three matches and drawing once in their first four fixtures.
Where will the final two matches take place?
Slovakia hosts the Faroe Islands on November 13 at the stadium in Košice and travels to face Kazakhstan on November 16 in Astana.
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