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Czech Republic Boosts World Cup 2026 ⁣Qualification ​Hopes with⁤ Montenegro Victory

Podgorica – The Czech Republic national football team significantly improved their prospects for qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a⁢ hard-fought victory over Montenegro. The win ⁤places⁣ them in a⁤ strong position heading into a crucial upcoming match ⁤against Croatia.

Following Friday’s match,⁤ the Czechs have completed half‌ of their qualifying fixtures in Group L, accumulating 12⁢ points.‌ Their ‍next challenge, a pivotal clash ⁢with Croatia, will be critical to their qualification hopes. Czech coach Ivan Hašek‌ emphasized the team’s focus,‍ stating,⁤ “We have to stay concentrated to keep winning,” as ‌reported by sport.cz.

The match marked the Czech Republic’s first since a disappointing 5-1 loss to Croatia in June, which drew criticism​ of the team and coach Hašek. Following the victory ‌in Podgorica, hašek addressed questions about his position.

“Are you asking if I⁣ breathed? I don’t‍ fight for my position, I⁢ don’t deal⁤ with it. I am fighting for the world Cup,” Hašek firmly stated, highlighting his ⁤unwavering commitment to the ⁣qualification campaign. He credited the players for a hard-earned victory, noting the physical demands of the match. Goals from Lukáš Černý (early‍ in the match) and Václav Černý (late in the match) secured the three points.

“We shoudl have ⁣confirmed our victory earlier, but it failed.