Czech Republic vs England prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, September 29, 2026
UEFA Nations League A
On September 29, 2026, the second round of UEFA Nations League Division A will feature a match between the national teams of the Czech Republic and England. The visitors will be aiming for victory.
Czech Republic vs England: team news and expert analysis
The Czechs finally made it to the World Cup. However, they effectively failed there: they managed to take at least a draw only against South Africa, while losing to both South Korea and Mexico. They began their Nations League campaign against Croatia. They managed to respond to the opponent's opening goal, but conceded again and eventually lost 1-2.
In the summer, England managed to produce one of the best results in their history by winning the "bronze" at the World Cup. Tuchel therefore surpassed Southgate, whose teams had been limited to fourth place. They began this campaign against the reigning champions, Spain. England could even have won, but Kane missed a penalty, and the title holders eventually secured a 3-2 victory.
Santi Denia's men score an average of 1.9 goals per match and concede 1.4. The British side are playing bright football at the moment: they score 2.4 goals per game and concede an average of 1.5.
Previous matches: Czech Republic vs England
There have been five meetings in total, with Kane and company winning three times and suffering one defeat.
The hosts are simply too weak. Even away from home, this opponent should be beaten with a handicap of "-1.5 goals" (odds: 1.62).
Czech Republic vs England: key statistics and trends
- The Czech Republic have lost three of their last four matches
- In 70% of the Czech Republic's matches, both teams score, while the average total goals per match is 3.3
- England have won four of their last six matches, including a 2-1 victory over Norway in extra time
- In 70% of England's matches, both teams score, while the average total goals per match is 4.0
Czech Republic vs England: possible starting lineups
The Czech Republic play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Hornicek - Coufal, Granač, Chaloupek, Slama - Sadilek, Cerv - Ambros, Šulc, Karabec - Hložek
England play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Pickford - O'Riley, Guehi, Konsa, Quansah - Lewis-Skelly, Anderson - Gordon, Bellingham, Saka - Kane
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