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Czechia World Cup 2026 Team Guide
Two penalty shootout triumphs in the playoffs sent the Czechs to a first World Cup in 20 years and an experienced side look capable of progress.
TL;DR
- Czechia reached the World Cup through two penalty shootout wins in the playoffs.
- The team relies on physicality, work-rate, aggression, and set pieces rather than technical skill.
- Experienced players like Tomas Soucek and Ladislav Krejci are key to the side.
- Patrik Schick is the main attacking weapon, with improved fitness.
- Coach Miroslav Koubek is known for getting the most out of limited resources.
- Challenges include long-distance travel, time-zone changes, and high altitude in Mexico.
- The team's objective is to advance from the group stage.