Václav Kadlec

Václav Kadlec (born 20 May 1992) is a Czech former professional footballer who played as a forward.

Club career Early club career Kadlec made his debut in the Czech First League on 25 October 2008 for Sparta Prague against 1. FK Příbram. Kadlec had a trial at Liverpool's academy in 2007. In November 2012 Kadlec fractured his skull in a collision with Martin Nešpor during Sparta Prague's match against Mladá Boleslav. On 18 August 2013, Kadlec joined Eintracht Frankfurt for an undisclosed fee, signing a contract due to expire in the summer of 2017.

Midtylland and return to Sparta Prague After a short loan at Letná, Kadlec transferred to Danish club FC Midtjylland during the 2015–16 Danish Superliga. However, he decided to return to Sparta Prague in the summer transfer window of 2016. He signed a four-year contract with the club.

On 29 September 2016, with Sparta Prague, Kadlec scored twice in the 3–1 victory against Inter Milan in Europa League.

Retirement and brief return In February 2020, Kadlec announced his retirement from playing due to persistent knee injuries. However, he joined Viktoria Žižkov on 2 September 2022. In August 2023, Kadlec joined TJ Ligmet Milín.

International career On 12 October 2010, Kadlec scored on his debut for the Czech Republic national team against Liechtenstein, becoming the youngest goalscorer in the Czech Republic national team history.

Coaching career In January 2024, Kadlec was appointed second assistant coach at Viktoria Žižkov.

Career statistics Club

International Scores and results list Czech Republic's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Kadlec goal.