7M - Czechia Manager Miroslav Koubek Steps Down Following World Cup Exit

The Czech Republic national football team's disappointing campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup has resulted in the departure of head coach Miroslav Koubek. The veteran manager stepped down from his position following a winless group stage performance that left Czechia at the bottom of Group A.

Koubek's side struggled throughout the tournament, opening with a narrow 2-1 defeat against South Korea before managing a 1-1 draw with South Africa. Their tournament exit was sealed in Mexico City, where they suffered a definitive 3-0 loss to Mexico. Reflecting on the campaign, Koubek acknowledged that despite the squad's immense effort, they were unable to convert their tactical plans into victories on the world stage.

The Czech Football Association expressed gratitude to Koubek for his dedication and leadership, particularly for successfully guiding the team through a demanding qualification campaign to reach the finals. The association announced that it will immediately begin the search for a new head coach to rebuild the squad ahead of the upcoming UEFA Nations League matches.