Nigeria International Igoh Ogbu is confident in the Slavia Prague Champions League prospects next season, insisting they can hold their own against the best teams in Europe.

By raising the Czecheke’s First League crown last season, Red and Whites scored their ticket in the competition league stage; Joining a caste studied with stars that includes the champions of Paris Saint-Germain’s reign.

Last season, their journey to the Champions League ended up in Heartbreak with a round loss of play-off to Lille, followed by a harsh Europa League campaign, where they bowed during the group phase.

This time, the return of the center is being confident, obedient Slavia Prague It will make a strong impact when the 2025/26 campaign begins later this year.

“Last year, we were second in the league. This year, we were first won the League, so we go directly to the Champions League,” Relevant Flashscore.

“I think football is just a moment. I don’t think someone is bigger than anyone. Just that you can work better and be a better player if you want.

“And I believe we can compete against them (the best teams of Europe). So this is what we look forward to.”

Growth of Tenstre in Slavia

After a stable stay with the Norwegian side Lillestrom, the former U20 Nigeria star made dance in Slavia Prague in January 2023, signing a three-year agreement with Czech giants.

Despite the fierce competition in Fortuna Arena, Ogbu Cement has his country as a regular under Jindrich Trpisovsky. Reflecting in his 2024/25 campaign, the Nigerian defender highlighted his growth and reaffirmed his silver hunger.

“In Slavia Prague, my main goal was to help the team win a trophy and I’m proud to say we reached it,” He went on.

“I am really happy and proud of reaching out. Personally, I believe I had a strong season. I did a lot of tireless work and pushed myself to grow up.

“Not only as a player, but as a great competitor on the field. For me, it was an important step forward in my career.”

Ogbu is one of the seven African players in the Slavia Prague squad, along with Nigerian Comrade David Moisiu, Timothy Ouma of Kenya, Simion Michez of Cameroon, Divine Liberia, and Duo Senegalese Youssopha Sanyang and El Hadji Malick Dioif.

He credits his manager to play a key role in his development, praising his influence both in and out of the field.

The former npfl -star added: “Jindrich is an amazing coach. Defense is one of his specialties, and he really helped me grow – not only in the field but also mentally and personally.

“He really cares about the team, making sure we are well in the field and outside the field. His door is always open, and he encourages us to talk to him whenever there is a problem.

“This kind of support has played a major role in building my trust and pushing me to become a better player.”

What about OGBU’s future?

Thanks to his impressive shows for Slavia Praga, Ogbu has attracted much interest. However, the Nigerian defender is quick to address speculation about his future.

“I recently signed a new contract with Slavia Praga, which lasts until 2027,” He said.

“For me, the future is now and it has already begun. My focus is fully on performance in the Champions League and League. After that, we will see what the future holds.”

On the international scene, OGBU represented the U20 team of Nigeria at both African Cups of Africa U-20 Africa 2019 and the FIFA U-20 World Cup, making seven appearances during the Flying Eagles’ campaign in Poland.

He made his high international debut during the successful campaign of the 2025 Unity Cup in London. He appeared in a 1-1 draw against Russia in Moscow, coming as a late replacement for Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.