Feb 26 2025 65 mins 5
Were Dukla Prague (1960–67) one of football’s forgotten greats?
From military-backed dominance to European adventures, Dukla Prague were once the pride of Czechoslovak football. In this episode, Graham and Jamie examine the club’s golden era, their domestic and continental success, and the iconic figures who defined their legacy—including Ballon d’Or winner Josef Masopust. How does Dukla Prague’s story measure up in the grand history of the game?
In this episode:
⚽ Dukla Prague’s dominance in Czechoslovakia during the 1960s
🏆 The club’s European Cup campaigns and near misses against the continent’s elite
🇨🇿 Josef Masopust—the maestro who led club and country to glory
🧤 The evolution of goalkeeper gloves and the rise of outfield players stepping in as keepers
🌍 Dukla Prague’s cultural impact—including their famous yellow and red kit
📉 The club’s decline, rebranding, and legacy in modern football
🗣️ A nod to the Dallas Tornado’s epic world tour and how football clubs embraced global expansion
Takeaways:
- Dukla Prague were one of the most dominant teams in Czechoslovakia, winning multiple league titles.
- The club regularly competed in the European Cup but never reached a final.
- Josef Masopust, the only Czech player to win the Ballon d’Or, was the heart of the team.
- The club was heavily linked to the Czechoslovak army, which influenced its structure and success.
- Dukla Prague’s distinctive kit and style made them an iconic name in European football.
- The club declined in the late 20th century, eventually being rebranded.
- Their legacy lives on in football culture, including a famous Half Man Half Biscuit song!
Did Dukla Prague do enough to be remembered as one of football’s truly great teams? Listen now and decide for yourself!
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