Czech Republic
Czech Republic National Team, formed in 1994 and governed by the Football Association of the Czech Republic, is one of Europe’s respected football nations. Best known for reaching the UEFA Euro 1996 final in its first major tournament as an independent team, Czechia has built a strong reputation through skill, resilience, and consistent international competitiveness, continuing to carry a proud football tradition onto the world stage.
Explore the official Czech Republic National Team squad and get a clear overview of every player selected for the tournament. Discover the key details behind the stars, rising talents, and core squad members who shape the team’s World Cup 2026 campaign.
L. Hornícek
Position
Goalkeeper
Age
23
M. Kovár
Position
Goalkeeper
Age
25
J. Stanek
Position
Goalkeeper
Age
29
S. Chaloupek
Position
Defender
Age
22
V. Coufal
Position
Midfielder
Age
33
T. Holes
Position
Defender
Age
32
R. Hranác
Position
Defender
Age
25
D. Jurásek
Position
Defender
Age
25
L. Krejcí
Position
Defender
Age
26
J. Zelený
Position
Midfielder
Age
33
D. Zima
Position
Defender
Age
25
D. Doudera
Position
Midfielder
Age
27
L. Cerv
Position
Midfielder
Age
24
V. Darida
Position
Midfielder
Age
35
L. Provod
Position
Attacker
Age
29
M. Sadílek
Position
Midfielder
Age
26
H. Sochurek
Position
Midfielder
Age
17
A. Sojka
Position
Midfielder
Age
22
T. Soucek
Position
Midfielder
Age
30
P. Sulc
Position
Attacker
Age
25
T. Chorý
Position
Attacker
Age
30
M. Chytil
Position
Attacker
Age
26
A. Hlozek
Position
Attacker
Age
23
J. Kuchta
Position
Attacker
Age
28
P. Schick
Position
Attacker
Age
29
D. Visinský
Position
Midfielder
Age
22
Meet the Czech Republic National Team coaching staff, who play a vital role in preparing the squad for success on the international stage. Working behind the scenes, they support the team’s tactical development, physical conditioning, match preparation, and overall performance throughout World Cup 2026.
Miroslav Koubek
Head Coach
Birthday:
Sep 1, 1951
Nationality:
Czech Republic
Jaroslav Plašil
Assistant Coach
Birthday:
Jan 5, 1982
Nationality:
Czech Republic / France
Jan Rezek
Assistant Coach
Birthday:
May 5, 1982
Nationality:
Czech Republic
Jan Suchopárek
Assistant Coach
Birthday:
Sep 23, 1969
Nationality:
Czech Republic
Radek Černý
Goalkeeping Coach
Birthday:
Feb 18, 1974
Nationality:
Czech Republic
Matúš Kozáčik
Goalkeeping Coach
Birthday:
Dec 27, 1983
Nationality:
Slovakia
Explore the latest Czech Republic matches at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and stay updated on results, key moments, and standout player performances from every game.
Czechia vs South Africa
1 : 1
Jun 18, 2026 • World Cup 2026
Atlanta Stadium
South Korea vs Czechia
2 : 1
Jun 12, 2026 • World Cup 2026
Guadalajara Stadium
Czech Republic vs Denmark
1 : 1
Mar 31, 2026 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
epet ARENA, Prague
Czech Republic vs Rep. Of Ireland
2 : 2
Mar 26, 2026 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Fortuna Arena, Prague
Czech Republic vs Gibraltar
6 : 0
Nov 17, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Andruv Stadion, Olomouc
Czech Republic vs San Marino
1 : 0
Nov 13, 2025 • Friendlies
Městský stadion (Karviná), Karvina
Faroe Islands vs Czech Republic
2 : 1
Oct 12, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Tórsvøllur, Torshavn
Czech Republic vs Croatia
0 : 0
Oct 9, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Fortuna Arena, Prague
Czech Republic vs Saudi Arabia
1 : 1
Sep 8, 2025 • Friendlies
Malsovicka arena, Hradec Kralove
Montenegro vs Czech Republic
0 : 2
Sep 5, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Stadion Kraj Bistrice, Niksic
Croatia vs Czech Republic
5 : 1
Jun 9, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Opus Arena, Osijek
Czech Republic vs Montenegro
2 : 0
Jun 6, 2025 • World Cup - Qualification Europe
Doosan Arena, Plzen
Czech Republic qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup by finishing second in UEFA Group L with 16 points from 8 matches. Their group-stage record was 5 wins, 1 draw, 2 losses, with 18 goals scored and 8 conceded. After that, they came through the dramatic playoffs, drawing 2–2 with the Republic of Ireland and Denmark, then winning both ties on penalties. The campaign featured strong home wins over Montenegro and Gibraltar, an important away victory in Montenegro, and a decisive response after the heavy defeat in Croatia.
Played
Qualification matches played
Won
Matches won
Drawn
Matches drawn
Lost
Matches lost
Goals For
Total goals scored
Goals Against
Total goals conceded
Goal Difference
GF minus GA
Points
3 per win, 1 per draw
Road to WC
Match | Date | MatchUp | Stadium | City | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Mar 22, 2025 | Czech Republic vs Faroe Islands | Malšovická aréna | Hradec Kralove | 2:1 |
2 | Mar 25, 2025 | Gibraltar vs Czech Republic | Estadio Algarve | Faro | 0:4 |
3 | Jun 6, 2025 | Czech Republic vs Montenegro | Doosan Arena | Plzen | 2:0 |
4 | Jun 9, 2025 | Croatia vs Czech Republic | Opus Arena | Osijek | 5:1 |
5 | Sep 5, 2025 | Montenegro vs Czech Republic | Stadion Kraj Bistrice | Niksic | 0:2 |
6 | Oct 9, 2025 | Czech Republic vs Croatia | Fortuna Arena | Prague | 0:0 |
7 | Oct 12, 2025 | Faroe Islands vs Czech Republic | Tórsvøllur | Torshavn | 2:1 |
8 | Nov 17, 2025 | Czech Republic vs Gibraltar | Andruv Stadion | Olomouc | 6:0 |
9 | Mar 26, 2026 | Czech Republic vs Republic of Ireland | Fortuna Arena | Prague | 2:2 |
10 | Mar 31, 2026 | Czech Republic vs Denmark | EPET Arena | Prague | 2:2 |
Czechia’s World Cup story blends the proud legacy of Czechoslovakia with the modern era of the independent national team. Before the split, Czechoslovakia reached the World Cup final twice, finishing runners-up in 1934 and 1962, which remains the highest achievement in this football tradition. In the modern era, Czechia’s only previous World Cup appearance as an independent nation came in 2006, before returning to the tournament by qualifying for 2026.
Some of the most iconic names in this history include Josef Masopust, the star of the 1962 run, and later figures such as Pavel Nedvěd, Jan Koller, Tomáš Rosický, and Petr Čech, who helped shape Czech football’s modern identity. The newest landmark moment came in March 2026, when Czechia beat Denmark on penalties in the play-off final to seal its place at the World Cup for the first time since 2006. From historic finals to a dramatic modern return, Czechia has built a World Cup legacy marked by skill, resilience, and memorable milestones.
Czechia has appeared at the FIFA World Cup twice as an independent nation — 2006 and 2026. Their qualification for 2026 ended a 20-year absence from the finals.
Czechia’s best World Cup finish as an independent nation is the group stage, reached in 2006. Before independence, Czechoslovakia finished as runners-up in 1934 and 1962, but those results belong to the former state’s record.
Several Czech players from the 2006 squad share the record for most World Cup matches played, with 3 appearances each.
Several Czech players from the 2006 squad share the record for most World Cup matches played, with 3 appearances each.
In March 2026, Czechia returned to the World Cup by beating Denmark on penalties in the European play-off final. That victory secured the nation’s first World Cup berth since 2006 and opened a new chapter in its modern tournament history.
Follow Czech Republic at the FIFA World Cup 2026 and discover where the team will play throughout the tournament. Explore the full match schedule, host cities, and stadiums set to stage some of the competition’s biggest moments. From group-stage fixtures to possible knockout-round drama, find everything you need to experience the action live at football’s biggest event.
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Czech Republic vs South Africa
Mercedes-Benz Stadium
Atlanta, US
Czechia has participated once before 2026 — 2006.
Czechia has never reached a FIFA World Cup final.
Czechia’s only previous appearance (2006) ended in the group stage.
Czechia’s best result so far is the group stage (2006).
Czechia’s worst result is the group stage (2006).
Czechia’s most traditional international rivalry is with Slovakia.
Czechia qualified via the UEFA play-offs, securing their place by beating Denmark in the play-off final.
Czechia’s group-stage venues are set for Guadalajara Stadium, Atlanta Stadium, and Mexico City Stadium. They play South Korea in Guadalajara on June 11, 2026, then face South Africa in Atlanta on June 18, 2026, and finish the group against Mexico in Mexico City on June 24, 2026.
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