In summer 2022, Jakub’s model debuted on Czech Footy with a bold prediction of its own: FC Zbrojovka Brno, that year’s promoted side, were tipped to surge straight into 10th. It raised eyebrows — until eight rounds in, with 14 points on the board, the model suddenly looked prescient. FC Zlín found themselves in the identical sweet spot at the same stage this season, likewise projected for a Top-10 finish and on 14 points after 8. But where Zbrojovka closed the autumn with three straight defeats, Ševci managed to halt the slide. They, too, began to spiral — until the demolition of Sigma flipped the narrative on its head.
2025/26 winter stocktake: FC Zlín
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