Martin Šimko KFC Komárno Scout Report
Martin Šimko
Quick Answer
Martin Šimko is a 1.87m, right-footed Slovak centre-back who came through Dunajská Streda’s B team, went on loan to Zvolen, joined KFC Komárno in 2020 and has since become the club’s captain. He has scored 16 goals in 156 appearances for Komárno, lived the 2023-24 Slovak 2. Liga title and was voted the league’s best player that season. His standout quality is leadership, aerial dominance and goal contribution from centre-back; the main thing to monitor is adaptation to a faster top-flight tempo.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Martin Šimko |
| Date of birth | 24 May 1998 |
| Age | 28 |
| Place of birth | Žiar nad Hronom, Slovakia |
| Nationality | Slovakia |
| Primary position | Centre-back |
| Shirt number | 3 |
| Current club | KFC Komárno (2020) |
| Contract status | Under contract until 30 June 2027 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Academy | DAC Dunajská Streda B | Slovakia |
| Loan | Zvolen | Slovakia |
| 2020-present | KFC Komárno | Slovakia — 156 appearances, 16 goals; 2023-24 2. Liga champion and league’s best player |
Šimko was born in Žiar nad Hronom and came through DAC Dunajská Streda’s B team before being loaned to Zvolen during his development. He joined KFC Komárno in 2020 and eventually became the club’s captain. He has scored 16 goals in 156 appearances for the club, lived the 2023-24 Slovak 2. Liga title, and was voted the league’s best player that season. He represented Slovakia at U16, U17 and U19 level; he has no senior national team history.
Playing Style & Assessment
At 1.87m, Šimko offers aerial dominance, strong duel numbers, and can also play in a defensive-midfield role when needed — a leading centre-back. His captaincy identity and goal contribution from centre-back add extra value within the squad.
Strengths
- Leadership — Being club captain and being voted the league’s best player in 2023-24 reflects his on-field guiding role.
- Aerial dominance — At 1.87m he provides a clear advantage in both defensive and attacking set pieces.
- Goal contribution — 16 goals in 156 appearances from centre-back shows a threat-producing profile at set pieces.
Development Areas
- Top-flight tempo — His career has been built on Slovak 2. Liga and Niké Liga football; how he settles into a faster league should be monitored.
- Fast transitions — His tall centre-back profile is a watch point in transitions that leave space behind him.
- Single-club data — With most of his career at KFC Komárno, his adaptability to different systems will be measured over time.
Level Projection
Verdict: A centre-back who captains KFC Komárno, was voted the league’s best player, and contributes goals; worth considering for mid-table Süper Lig sides after a leader with aerial dominance in the middle of defence.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Süper Lig-ready centre-back |
| Primary role | Centre-back |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Leadership |
| Key risk | Top-flight tempo |
| Scout verdict | Watch closely |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Martin Šimko? A 1.87m Slovak centre-back who has played for KFC Komárno since 2020 and captains the club.
What individual award did Martin Šimko win? He won the Slovak 2. Liga with KFC Komárno in 2023-24 and was voted the league’s best player that season.
Sources & Methodology
This report was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
- Wikipedia — Martin Šimko
- Transfermarkt — Martin Šimko career statistics
- KFC Komárno official squad page
