The Czech national team is struggling in the FIFA rankings, currently at 40th place.

What happened?

The Czech national team did not advance to the knockout stage of the FIFA World Cup 2026.

Why does it matter?

This result has an impact on the FIFA rankings, where the Czech national team dropped eight places.

What's next?

Coach Miroslav Koubek is facing criticism for his decision and the team's performance.

DateMatchResult
June 29, 2026Czech Republic - San Marino1-0

Current statistics: - League: 4th place in FIFA World Cup 2026, 1 point, 0 wins - 1 draw - 2 losses from 3 games, recent form LDL. - Goals this season: 2 scored, 6 conceded (-4 goal difference). - Title race: 8 points behind leaders Mexico. - Last result: Czech Republic 1-0 San Marino (November 13, 2025). - Next fixture: vs Croatia (at home, September 26, 2026).

Portugal coach Roberto Martínez defended his decision to keep star captain Cristiano Ronaldo on the field for the entire game.

What is the coach's perspective?

Roberto Martínez said that Cristiano Ronaldo can be in the right place at the right time.

What do the players say?

Captain Ladislav Krejčí read a handwritten speech, in which he said that he wants to bring new people, finances, energy, to build a new generation of coaches.