Czechia
Czechia (CZE) have been drawn in Group A for the 2026 FIFA World Cup alongside Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic. Head coach Ivan Hašek leads the squad. Ranked #43 by FIFA, the team have made 10 World Cup appearance(s).
Ivan Hašek
CZIvan Hašek (born 6 September 1963) is a Czech professional football coach and former player. Hašek played as a central midfielder and spent a 11-year career with Sparta Prague, appearing in more than 300 official matches with the club and becoming its coach. He represented Czechoslovakia at the 1990 World Cup and was also president of the Football Association of the Czech Republic. As a coach, Hašek worked with clubs in the Middle East between 2012 and 2019 before being appointed to Lebanon in 2021.
- Euro 1996 Runner-up (as player)
- Led Czechia to 2026 World Cup qualification
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GK Slavia Prague goalkeeper and Czechia's number one. Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a commanding presence between the posts, Jindřich Staněk is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Czechia. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
GK Bayer Leverkusen goalkeeper and a backup option for Czechia. Currently plying his trade at Bayer Leverkusen, a commanding presence between the posts, Matěj Kovář is known for sharp reflexes and assured shot-stopping, serving as the last line of defense for Czechia. Has earned 3 international caps, an emerging talent on the international stage. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
GK Currently plying his trade at SC Braga, a dependable goalkeeper, Lukáš Horníček is known for his commanding presence and shot-stopping ability, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
DF Hoffenheim centre-back and a regular in Czechia's defence. Currently plying his trade at Hoffenheim, a dependable defender, Robin Hranáč combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
DF Slavia Prague centre-back and a young Czech defender. Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable defender, David Zima combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's backline. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
DF Girona centre-back and a key figure in Czechia's defence. Currently plying his trade at Girona, a dependable defender, Ladislav Krejčí combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's backline. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
DF Slavia Prague left-back and a Czech international. Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable defender, David Douděra combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's backline. Has earned 10 international caps. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
DF West Ham United right-back and an experienced Czech international. Currently plying his trade at West Ham United, a dependable defender, Vladimír Coufal combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's backline. Has earned 40 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
DF Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable defender, David Jurásek combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
DF Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable defender, Jaroslav Zelený combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
DF Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable defender, Štěpán Chaloupek combines positional intelligence with tenacious tackling, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF West Ham United midfielder and Czechia's captain and midfield leader. Currently plying his trade at West Ham United, an industrious midfielder, Tomáš Souček excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Czechia. Has earned 65 international caps, scoring 12 goals, building significant international experience. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
MF Slavia Prague midfielder and Czechia's creative playmaker. Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, an industrious midfielder, Lukáš Provod excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Czechia. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
MF Viktoria Plzeň midfielder and a young Czech talent. Currently plying his trade at Viktoria Plzeň, an industrious midfielder, Pavel Šulc excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Czechia. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 2 goals. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
MF Slavia Prague utility player capable of playing defence and midfield. Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, an industrious midfielder, Tomáš Holeš excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Czechia. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
MF Twente midfielder and a versatile option in Czechia's midfield. Currently plying his trade at Twente, an industrious midfielder, Michal Sadílek excels at dictating tempo and linking defense to attack, acting as the creative engine for Czechia. Has earned 15 international caps. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
MF Currently plying his trade at Viktoria Plzeň, a dependable midfielder, Alexandr Sojka brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF Currently plying his trade at Viktoria Plzeň, a dependable midfielder, Denis Višinský brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable midfielder, Hugo Sochůrek brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF Currently plying his trade at Viktoria Plzeň, a dependable midfielder, Lukáš Červ brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF Currently plying his trade at FC Cincinnati, a dependable midfielder, Pavel Bucha brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF Currently plying his trade at Viktoria Plzeň, a dependable midfielder, Tomáš Ladra brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
MF Currently plying his trade at Hradec Králové, a dependable midfielder, Vladimír Darida brings vision, composure and creativity to the midfield, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
FW Euro 2020 joint-top scorer (5 goals) and Bayer Leverkusen forward. Currently plying his trade at Bayer Leverkusen, a clinical forward, Patrik Schick possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Czechia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 45 international caps, scoring 18 goals, demonstrating consistent attacking output. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
FW Hoffenheim forward and the leader of Czechia's new generation. Currently plying his trade at Hoffenheim, a clinical forward, Adam Hložek possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Czechia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 25 international caps, scoring 5 goals. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
FW Sparta Prague forward and an option in Czechia's attack. Currently plying his trade at Midtjylland, a clinical forward, Jan Kuchta possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Czechia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 15 international caps, scoring 3 goals. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
FW Slavia Prague forward and a young Czech striker. Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a clinical forward, Mojmír Chytil possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, serving as Czechia's primary attacking threat. Has earned 10 international caps, scoring 1 goal. Set to compete with Czechia at the 2026 World Cup, building on the team's 10 previous tournament appearances.
FW Currently plying his trade at Mladá Boleslav, a dependable forward, Christophe Kabongo possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
FW Currently plying his trade at Slavia Prague, a dependable forward, Tomáš Chorý possesses sharp finishing instincts and intelligent movement, forming a key part of Czechia's squad. Set to represent Czechia at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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FAQ
- What group is Czechia in at the 2026 World Cup?
- Czechia are in Group A alongside Mexico, South Africa, Korea Republic.
- Who is the head coach of Czechia?
- The head coach of Czechia is Ivan Hašek.
- What is Czechia's best World Cup finish?
- Czechia's best result is Runner-up, with 10 total appearances.