
Czech Republic
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Czech Republic's 2026 World Cup Campaign
In the World Cup 2026, the Czech Republic find themselves in Group A, currently sitting third after one match with a narrow 2-1 loss. Their qualification journey in the World Cup - Qualification Europe 2025/2026 was solid enough to secure direct entry, finishing second with 16 points from eight games. They scored 18 goals and conceded eight, proving fairly effective in front of goal and sound at the back.
Across all competitive matches in the campaign, the Czech Republic have played ten, winning five, drawing three, and losing two. Their home form has been particularly robust with three wins and three draws, conceding just four goals at home while scoring 13. Away results have been a bit more mixed, with two wins but two losses and seven goals conceded.
Looking ahead, the Czech squad will want to bounce back promptly in their upcoming fixture at home against South Africa. With a respectable defensive record and a knack for goals at home, they will be keen to show the world that their campaign is far from over. No doubt they'll be plotting to rewrite their group-stage story with a bit more luck and sharper finishing.
Group A
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | +6 | 9 | |
| 2 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | -1 | 4 | |
| 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | -1 | 3 | |
| 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | -4 | 1 |
Qualifying campaign
Rank
2
Points
16
PPG (last 5)
1.20
Squad pedigree
7 of 26 squad players (27%) play club football in a top-5 European league.
Spotlight
League position
Position 39Points trajectory
Rank 39FIFA world ranking
#40
Manager
Miroslav Koubek
Season at a glance
Streaks
Last result
Czech Republic Form Analysis
The Czech Republic's form in the World Cup 2026 campaign has been a mixed bag, reflecting a somewhat streaky pattern rather than consistent results. With five wins, three draws, and two losses across ten matches, their points have been more often dropped through draws than outright defeats. Notably, they have not recorded a winning streak this season, suggesting they have yet to find a sustained run of form.
Their home performances have been solid, accounting for three wins and three draws without a single loss, while away form has seen two wins but also the two defeats. The team has been fairly reliable defensively at home, keeping three clean sheets, but they have conceded more goals on the road. Overall, the Czech Republic’s campaign shows promise but also underlines the need for greater consistency if they are to progress further in the World Cup.
Statistics
Home / Away splits
Week-by-week trends
team vs league avg (dashed)Czech Republic: Home Comforts vs. Away Adventures
Czech Republic have shown a clear preference for their home patch in their World Cup 2026 qualifying and recent fixtures, scoring 13 goals at home compared to 8 away, and keeping three clean sheets on home turf versus two away. Their defence is notably sturdier at home, conceding just 4 goals there compared to 7 on the road.
This contrast suggests a team that feels more assured and effective when playing in front of their own fans, where they remain unbeaten with three wins and three draws. Away from home, however, they have suffered both of their two losses, indicating some vulnerability.
For the next World Cup group stage match at home, this home advantage could be crucial. Expect them to lean on familiar surroundings to tighten their defence and push for goals, hoping to avoid the away-day woes that have crept into their recent form.
Fipster's Record on Czech Republic
Fipster’s track record with Czech Republic this campaign is just getting started, having graded only one fixture so far. That outing didn't quite hit the mark, resulting in a miss for the model. While it’s a modest beginning, there’s plenty of room for improvement as the World Cup 2026 progresses. Keep an eye on Fipster’s evolving insights as more matches unfold — it’s early days yet for this clever predictor.
Squad
| # | Player | Pos | Club | League | Apps | G | A | Mins | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Goalkeeper | 32 | 0 | 0 | 2790 | 7.10 | |||
| 16 | Goalkeeper | 19 | 0 | 0 | 1710 | 6.85 | |||
| 23 | Goalkeeper | 33 | 0 | 0 | 2960 | 6.96 | |||
| 2 | Defender | 24 | 1 | 3 | 1823 | 6.94 | |||
| 3 | Defender | 25 | 2 | 2 | 2094 | 7.41 | |||
| 4 | Defender | 32 | 1 | 0 | 2251 | 6.79 | |||
| 6 | Defender | 28 | 9 | 2 | 1836 | 7.21 | |||
| 7 | Defender | 30 | 2 | 1 | 2361 | 6.73 | |||
| 14 | Defender | 16 | 1 | 6 | 1346 | 7.38 | |||
| 5 | Midfielder | 34 | 1 | 8 | 3017 | 7.16 | |||
| 8 | Midfielder | 32 | 10 | 3 | 2775 | 7.44 | |||
| 12 | Midfielder | 32 | 1 | 3 | 2656 | 7.01 | |||
| 18 | Midfielder | 29 | 1 | 4 | 2057 | 7.02 | |||
| 20 | Midfielder | 25 | 1 | 3 | 1761 | 6.90 | |||
| 21 | Midfielder | 22 | 1 | 4 | 1506 | 7.03 | |||
| 22 | Midfielder | 35 | 5 | 0 | 2239 | 6.87 | |||
| 24 | Midfielder | 18 | 1 | 0 | 1093 | 6.65 | |||
| 25 | Midfielder | 8 | 0 | 2 | 516 | 6.96 | |||
| 26 | Midfielder | 27 | 8 | 1 | 1671 | 7.05 | |||
| 9 | Attacker | 6 | 0 | 0 | 36 | 6.44 | |||
| 10 | Attacker | 28 | 16 | 3 | 1995 | 7.04 | |||
| 11 | Attacker | 30 | 12 | 6 | 1703 | 6.91 | |||
| 13 | Attacker | 29 | 13 | 1 | 1486 | 6.88 | |||
| 15 | Attacker | 28 | 11 | 3 | 1568 | 7.10 | |||
| 17 | Attacker | 30 | 7 | 10 | 2480 | 7.44 | |||
| 19 | Attacker | 24 | 17 | 4 | 1891 | 7.28 |