Qualifying updates, milestone announcements, friendly match details, and the journey to the 2026 World Cup.
In a dramatic encounter, Czechia secured their spot in the play-off final by defeating Ireland 4-3 on penalties. The match was deadlocked at 2-2 after regulation time, with Ladislav Krejci scoring a crucial late equalizer to force the game into the shootout.
Czechia has officially qualified for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a nerve-wracking penalty shootout victory over Denmark (3-1). The game ended 1-1 in regulation and 2-2 after extra time, leading to the decisive shootout where the Czechs showed superior composure.
In an intense second game of the tournament both sides showed their quality. Czechia shows clear dominance in set pieces and aerial threat against South Korea but the Koreans were well organised and disciplined with pacey build up play. Czechia were defeated 2-1 in the end and they'll need to look to win their remaining 2 games.
Czechia finished bottom of Group A and were eliminated in the group stage of the 2026 World Cup.