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Czechia vs Ireland (2026-03-26T19:45:00.000Z)

World Cup Qualification UEFA Semi-final
  • Fortuna Arena
  • Glenn Nyberg
2 - 2Pen: 4 - 3

Czechia vs Ireland (2026-03-26T19:45:00.000Z)


Match review

Czechia 2-2 Republic of Ireland (aet, 4-3 pens): Kovar penalty heroics decide World Cup play-off tie

Czechia will visit Denmark with a place at the World Cup on the line, while the Republic of Ireland's hopes of qualification are over.


Penalty-shootout

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    Top stats

    Ball possession
    58%
    42%
  • 1.45
    Expected goals (xG)
    1.28
  • 12
    Total shots
    10
  • 2
    Big chances
    1

Events

19‎’‎
Troy Parrott (0 - 1)Penalty
21‎’‎
23‎’‎
Matej Kovár (0 - 2)Own goal
26‎’‎
Patrik Schick (1 - 2)Penalty
27‎’‎
+3 minutes added
86‎’‎
+4 minutes added
90‎’‎+1
+1 minutes added
+4 minutes added
Pen: 4 - 3
7.0

Czechia

3-4-2-1

6.8

Ireland

3-4-2-1
7.0
Czechia
3-4-2-1
7.0
1Kovár
6.8
Ireland
3-4-2-1

Coach

Coach

Substitutes

Team form


    Top stats

    Ball possession
    58%
    42%
  • 1.45
    Expected goals (xG)
    1.28
  • 12
    Total shots
    10
  • 2
    Big chances
    1

Player of the Match

Ladislav Krejcí
Czechia
9.0

Events

19‎’‎
Troy Parrott (0 - 1)Penalty
21‎’‎
23‎’‎
Matej Kovár (0 - 2)Own goal
26‎’‎
Patrik Schick (1 - 2)Penalty
27‎’‎
+3 minutes added
86‎’‎
+4 minutes added
90‎’‎+1
+1 minutes added
+4 minutes added
Pen: 4 - 3

About the match

    Czechia faces Ireland at Fortuna Arena on Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 19:45 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Qualification UEFA 2nd Round. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Czechia and Ireland have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Czechia vs Ireland live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Czechia (3-4-2-1): Matej Kovár - Tomás Holes, Robin Hranác, Ladislav Krejcí - Vladimír Coufal, Lukás Provod, Vladimír Darida, David Jurásek - Patrik Schick, Pavel Sulc - Tomás Chory.
    Ireland (3-4-2-1): Caoimhín Kelleher - Jake O'Brien, Nathan Collins, Dara O'Shea - Séamus Coleman, Jayson Molumby, Jack Taylor, Ryan Manning - Chiedozie Ogbene, Finn Azaz - Troy Parrott.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Czechia and Ireland have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Czechia 0 win(s), Ireland 0 win(s), and 1 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Czechia vs Ireland, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

Fortuna ArenaPraha, Czech Republic
Capacity21,000
Attendance19,137
91%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
3°C
  • Glenn Nyberg

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Fortuna ArenaPraha, Czech Republic
Capacity21,000
Attendance19,137
91%
SurfaceGrass
Weather conditions
3°C

About the match

    Czechia faces Ireland at Fortuna Arena on Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 19:45 UTC. This match is part of the World Cup Qualification UEFA 2nd Round. You can check the recent head-to-head encounters, as well as full H2H record on this page to see how Czechia and Ireland have fared against each other in the past. On FotMob, you can follow the Czechia vs Ireland live score with a full set of match features, including:

  • Live updates: Every goal, card, substitution and key moment instantly delivered on FotMob.

  • Real-time extensive stats powered by Opta: Possession, shots, corners, big chances created, xG, momentum, and shot maps.

  • The lineups are:
    Czechia (3-4-2-1): Matej Kovár - Tomás Holes, Robin Hranác, Ladislav Krejcí - Vladimír Coufal, Lukás Provod, Vladimír Darida, David Jurásek - Patrik Schick, Pavel Sulc - Tomás Chory.
    Ireland (3-4-2-1): Caoimhín Kelleher - Jake O'Brien, Nathan Collins, Dara O'Shea - Séamus Coleman, Jayson Molumby, Jack Taylor, Ryan Manning - Chiedozie Ogbene, Finn Azaz - Troy Parrott.

  • Injury and suspension information are provided on FotMob ahead of every match, giving you the latest team news before lineups are announced.

  • Team form & Head-to-head history: Compare recent results and see how Czechia and Ireland have performed against each other. The current head to head record for the teams are Czechia 0 win(s), Ireland 0 win(s), and 1 draw(s).

  • TV and streaming info: Find out where to watch the match.

  • Live standings: Follow league tables and tournament info in real time.

  • Live odds & insights: Track match favorites and before, during and post match.

  • Commentary & ticker: Rich text commentary for major matches to follow the action even if you can't watch.

  • All of these features make FotMob the best way to follow Czechia vs Ireland, whether you're checking the scores or diving into detailed stats. FotMob also covers every team and competition worldwide, with fixtures, results, and squad info available on team pages.

    FotMob is available on the web and as a free app for iOS and Android. Install the app to get notifications, live scores, and full match coverage so you never miss a moment.

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