The Czech Republic national team has announced their squad for the upcoming European Championship, with a trio of Bayer Leverkusen players leading the charge. Patrik Schick, Adam Hlozek, and goalkeeper Matej Kovar, who all played a key role in Leverkusen’s unbeaten Bundesliga and German Cup triumph, have been named in the 26-man squad by coach Ivan Hasek.
West Ham midfielder Tomas Soucek will captain the Czech team, alongside clubmate and right back Vladimir Coufal. Another notable inclusion in the squad is Viktoria Plzen midfielder Lukas Cerv, who has earned his first call-up to the national team.
Coach Hasek expressed his confidence in the selected players, stating, “I trust these players and hope they’re ready to fight for us to be successful.” The Czech team will have a training camp in Schladming, Austria, before playing two warm-up matches against Malta and North Macedonia.
The Czech Republic will kick off their Euro 2024 campaign in Group F, facing off against Portugal, Georgia, and Turkey. With a mix of experienced players and promising talents, the Czech team will be looking to make a mark in the tournament and advance to the knockout stages.
The squad includes a mix of players from top European clubs such as Slavia Prague, West Ham, and Fiorentina, showcasing the depth and talent within the Czech national team. Fans will be eagerly anticipating the team’s performances in the upcoming championship, as they aim to make their mark on the international stage.