Scouting intel
compiled 2026-06-21 · SonarSquad value
€215.0m
Coach
Ivan Hašek
Form (last 5)
LDWWL
Key players
Patrik SchickCF · Primary goal threat, aerial and technical finisher€22.0m
Adam HložekSS/WF · Flexible second striker, strong link play€20.0m
Ladislav KrejčíCB/DM · Aggressive leader, key in set-piece both boxes€18.0m
Tomáš SoučekCM · Box-to-box screen, dominant in the air€16.0m
Shape: Czechia generally line up in a **4-2-3-1** or **3-4-2-1**, with a compact mid-block, aggressive pressing triggers wide, and heavy reliance on crosses and set plays. In possession they look to reach the front line quickly via direct balls to Schick and vertical runs from the attacking midfielders rather than long patient build-up.
Numbers: Recent qualifying data shows a moderate positive xG difference: chance creation is concentrated in transitions and set pieces, while open-play shot volume is only average. Defensively they concede a relatively high volume of low-quality shots, keeping xG against manageable but relying heavily on box defending and goalkeeping to sustain results.
Key updates
- ▸Ivan Hašek has continued in charge into the World Cup cycle after taking over from Jaroslav Šilhavý following Euro 2024.
- ▸Patrik Schick has managed fitness more carefully after previous muscle issues, generally available but with minutes monitored in congested windows.
- ▸Ladislav Krejčí has established himself as a central defensive leader, allowing more flexibility between back three and back four systems.
- ▸Younger options such as Adam Hložek and other attacking midfielders are being used to refresh an aging core around Souček and Schick.