Czechia vs England Preview – prediction, team news, lineups | UEFA Nations League 2026-27
The Repre have only secured one win in their six attempts against the Three Lions!
The Czech Republic national football team are all set to have a face-off against the England national football team for their second group stage outing of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27 edition. These sides are going to collide at the Fortuna Arena.
The Santi Denia-led side are coming after putting up a strong fight against Luka Modric’s Croatia, but it was not enough. It ended in a 1-2 loss for the Czech Republic national football team. They surely made things tough for the Vatreni, but their defensive performance was not good enough.
The Repre will also have to come up with a much stronger performance in attack against the Englishmen. Czechia at home are going to have a slight advantage, but are likely to struggle out there.
Thomas Tuchel’s men pushed the World Champions Spain to their limits, but still went on to face a 2-3 loss in their opening game of the UEFA Nations League 2026-27. The Three Lions will now be looking to jump back to winning ways. They need some improvements in their defence.
The England national football team will be away from home. But with a star-studded squad, they are going to have a slight edge over the visitors.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Prague, Czechia
- Stadium: Fortuna Arena
- Date: Wednesday, September 30
- Kick-off Time: 12:15 AM IST (Tuesday, Sept 29; 06:45 pm GMT/ 02:45 am ET/ 11:45 am PT)
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Czechia: W-L-D-L-L
England: W-W-L-W-L
Players to Watch
Adam Hložek (Czechia)
Adam Hložek will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against the Englishmen. He is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for the Czech Republic national football team. Hložek assisted the only goal for his team in the last game.
He will be looking to engrave his name on the scoresheet this time around.
Jude Bellingham (England)
Jude Bellingham once again delivered a top performance for the England national football team. He won a penalty for his side and also created the most chances (5). The 23-year-old looked strong all across the field.
His work rate is going to be crucial for the Three Lions once again. Bellingham failed to score a goal for his side, but bagged an important assist.
Match Facts
- Czech Republic have failed to secure a win in their last four games.
- England have three wins to their name in their last five attempts.
- The Three Lions have secured four wins in their six encounters against Czechia.
Betting Tips & Odds
- England to win @6/13 IvyBet
- Harry Kane to score @4/5 QuinnBet
- Goals over 3.5 @15/8 William Hill
Injury and Team News
All of the selected squad members for both Czechia and England are ready to be in action.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 6
Czechia (wins): 1
England (wins): 4
Draws: 1
Predicted Lineups
Czechia predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Hornicek (GK); Coufal, Hranac, Chaloupek, Slama; Sadilek, Cerv; Ambros, Sulc, Karabec; Hlozek
England predicted XI (4-2-3-1)
Trafford (GK); Quansah, Konsa, Guehi, O’Reilly; Anderson, Lewis-Skelly; Saka, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane
Match Prediction
Czech Republic are going to enjoy the home advantage. But with superior squad quality, England are going to have a slight edge over their opponents.
Thomas Tuchel’s men are likely to come out on top and secure three points.
Prediction: Czechia 1-3 England
Telecast Details
India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
UK: ITV1
Czechia: CT Sport, Sport1 TV
USA: FOX Sports, FuboTV, ViX
When and where is the Czechia vs England Nations League match?
The Fortuna Arena is going to witness this clash on September 29 (BST).
Where and how to watch UEFA Nations League live in India?
Fans will be able to view all the games live via the Sony Sports Network and SonyLIV.
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