Czech Republic vs England Prediction: Team News, Lineups & Nations League Preview

UEFA Nations League  -  Czech Republic VS England
Match Time:30-09-2026 02:45 Wednesday (GMT+8)
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The Czech Republic will host England at the Fortuna Arena on September 29, 2026, in the second round of the UEFA Nations League. Both sides suffered defeats in their opening matches, with the Czech Republic losing 2-1 to Croatia and England falling 3-2 to Spain.

Team Analysis
The Czech Republic are still adapting to Santi Denia's management after suffering their third defeat in four matches. Against Croatia, they struggled to create opportunities and registered only five shots compared with Croatia's 16. Their overall record in 2026 has also been inconsistent, with only two wins from eight matches.

England arrive in Prague after a disappointing 3-2 defeat to Spain. Thomas Tuchel's side twice found the net through Anthony Gordon and Harry Kane but ultimately surrendered the lead. England have also conceded in six consecutive matches, although the recent defensive record has come against strong opposition including Argentina, France and Spain.

Historically, England have had the stronger record in this matchup, but the Czech Republic have shown that they can cause problems at home. Their last meeting in Prague ended in a 2-1 Czech victory in 2019, while England won the corresponding Euro 2020 fixture 1-0.

Player Situation
The Czech Republic continue to deal with several absences. David Zima, David Jurasek, Matej Rynes, Tomas Vlcek, Lukas Provod, Denis Visinsky and Tomas Chory were all unavailable for the opening match. Ladislav Krejci also missed the Croatia game because of a calf problem, while Adam Karabec was substituted after suffering an unspecified injury.

Pavel Sulc is expected to operate behind Adam Hlozek, with goalkeeper Lukas Hornicek and experienced defender Vladimir Coufal among the likely starters.

England could make several changes following the defeat to Spain. Trent Alexander-Arnold was an unused substitute at Wembley and is expected to return to the starting XI. Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham should retain their places, while Bukayo Saka and Anthony Gordon remain important attacking options.

However, England's defensive situation has become more complicated. Ezri Konsa and Nico O'Reilly are doubts after missing team training, while Declan Rice, Marcus Rashford, Cole Palmer, Kobbie Mainoo and Tino Livramento are already unavailable.

Possible England XI: Pickford; Alexander-Arnold, Konsa, Guehi, Hall; Lewis-Skelly, Anderson; Saka, Bellingham, Gordon; Kane.

Result Prediction
Both teams have plenty of motivation after losing their opening Nations League fixtures, but England possess greater depth and attacking quality. Kane, Bellingham and Saka give Tuchel several different ways to threaten the Czech defence.

The Czech Republic's home advantage could make the opening stages competitive, but their recent performances and injury problems could become decisive over 90 minutes. England should also be determined to improve their defensive performance after conceding three goals against Spain.

Sports Mole expects England to respond strongly and has predicted a 3-0 victory for the Three Lions.

PredictionCzech Republic 0-3 England