Jan Holenda (born 22 August 1985) is a Czech former professional footballer who played as a striker. He began his senior career with Sparta Prague and subsequently represented several clubs in the Czech First League, including Viktoria Plzeň, Slavia Prague, and FK Dukla Prague. Holenda also made appearances for the Czech Republic national team. He retired from professional football in 2019.
Career overview
- Early life and youth career: Born in Prague, then part of Czechoslovakia, Holenda developed in the youth system of Sparta Prague.
- Senior club career: Holenda made his first‑team debut for Sparta Prague in 2005. Over the following years he played for a number of Czech clubs, most notably Viktoria Plzeň, Slavia Prague, and FK Dukla Prague, where he concluded his playing career.
- International play: He was selected for the Czech Republic senior national team and earned caps during his active years.
- Retirement: Holenda announced his retirement from professional football in 2019.
Physical profile
- Height: 1.86 m (approximately 6 ft 1 in)
- Position: Striker (centre‑forward)
References
- Wikipedia, “Jan Holenda.” https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jan_Holenda
- Transfermarkt, “Jan Holenda – Player profile.” https://www.transfermarkt.us/jan-holenda/profil/spieler/26771
- Tribuna, “Jan Holenda – Forward, Profile & News.” https://tribuna.com/en/persons/jan-holenda/