29.06.2026 22:40
Czech Republic, eliminated in the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, saw head coach Miroslav Koubek leave his post.
Czech Republic National Football Team, which bid an early farewell to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, has parted ways with head coach Miroslav Koubek. Following the unsuccessful results in the tournament, the experienced coach submitted his resignation to the Czech Football Federation.
''WE HAVE ENDED OUR PARTNERSHIP''
David Trunda, President of the Czech Football Federation, who announced the decision to part ways, stated that the process concluded by mutual agreement. In his statement, Trunda said, "Today, we ended our partnership with Koubek by mutual agreement. The coach presented his position in a personal meeting held today, and in return, after an open and honest discussion, I accepted his proposal."
CZECH REPUBLIC'S PERFORMANCE
Competing in Group A of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the Czech Republic failed to deliver the expected performance. The team suffered defeats against South Korea and Mexico, drew with South Africa, finished the group in last place with only 1 point, and exited the tournament at the group stage.