Match report
Czech Republic Defeats Montenegro 2-0 in World Cup Qualification
Czech Republic
2–0
FT
Montenegro
Jun 6, 2025
In a tightly contested World Cup Qualification Europe match, the Czech Republic emerged victorious, defeating Montenegro 2-0. The match was characterized by a robust defensive performance from the Czech Republic, which thwarted several Montenegrin attacks. Goals from A. Hlozek and P. Schick secured the win for the Czech Republic.
Key Facts
- • Czech Republic secured the victory with a 2-0 scoreline against Montenegro.
- • A. Hlozek scored the first goal in the 23rd minute, assisted by Lukáš Červ.
- • P. Schick netted the second goal in the 65th minute, assisted by V. Cerny.
- • Montenegro had a goal cancelled by VAR in the 26th minute, which would have been scored by M. Vukotic.
- • Montenegro received two yellow cards during the match, one each to M. Vešović and Stefan Lončar.
Lineups
Czech Republic
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 16 M. Kovar (G)
- 5 V. Coufal (D)
- 3 T. Holes (D)
- 7 L. Krejci (D)
- 20 J. Zeleny (D)
- 22 T. Soucek (M)
- 12 L. Cerv (M)
- 17 V. Cerny (M)
- 15 P. Sulc (M)
- 9 A. Hlozek (M)
- 10 P. Schick (F)
Substitutes
- 1 J. Stanek
- 2 D. Zima
- 4 V. Jemelka
- 6 F. Zorvan
- 8 M. Sadilek
- 11 V. Kusej
- 13 D. Doudera
- 14 L. Provod
- 18 J. Boril
- 19 T. Chory
- 21 A. Kral
- 23 M. Jedlicka
Montenegro
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 13 I. Nikic (G)
- 15 S. Savic (D)
- 5 I. Vujacic (D)
- 23 N. Sipcic (D)
- 7 M. Vesovic (M)
- 8 M. Jankovic (M)
- 14 E. Kuc
- 3 R. Radunovic (M)
- 16 M. Vukotic (F)
- 10 S. Jovetic (F)
- 11 N. Krstovic (F)
Substitutes
- 1 B. Popovic
- 2 A. Vukcevic
- 4 M. Vukcevic
- 6 S. Rubezic
- 9 S. Mugosa
- 12 D. Petkovic
- 17 V. Adzic
- 18 M. Bakic
- 19 S. Loncar
- 20 M. Osmajic
- 21 A. Bulatovic
- 22 D. Camaj
Timeline
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23' Czech Republic Goal · Normal GoalA. Hlozek · Assist: Lukáš Červ
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26' Montenegro Var · Goal cancelledM. Vukotic
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28' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 1Off: A. Hlozek · On: L. Provod
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45'+2 Montenegro Card · Yellow CardM. Vešović
Foul
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46' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 2Off: Lukáš Červ · On: M. Sadilek
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49' Czech Republic Var · Goal cancelledV. Cerny
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62' Montenegro subst · Substitution 1Off: E. Kuc · On: Stefan Lončar
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62' Montenegro subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Vukotic · On: M. Osmajic
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63' Montenegro subst · Substitution 3Off: R. Radunovic · On: A. Vukcevic
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65' Czech Republic Goal · Normal GoalP. Schick · Assist: V. Cerny
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77' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 3Off: V. Cerny · On: V. Kusej
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77' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 4Off: P. Schick · On: T. Chory
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84' Montenegro subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Vešović · On: M. Vukčević
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84' Montenegro subst · Substitution 5Off: N. Šipčić · On: S. Mugoša
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90'+1 Montenegro Card · Yellow CardStefan Lončar
Foul
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90' Czech Republic subst · Substitution 5Off: P. Sulc · On: A. Kral
Match Stats
| Stat | Czech Republic | Montenegro |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 23 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 75% |
| Offsides | 4 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 13 | 6 |
| Corners | 8 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 441 | 337 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 4 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 0 |
| Shots on Target | 7 | 3 |
| xG | — | — |
| Shots off Target | 2 | 3 |
| Possession | 57% | 43% |
| Goals Prevented | — | — |
| Accurate Passes | 363 | 253 |
| Shots Inside Box | 10 | 5 |
| Saves | 2 | 4 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 1 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ A. Hlozek's goal in the 23rd minute marked a significant turning point, giving the Czech Republic an early lead and momentum.
- ▸ P. Schick's second goal in the 65th minute sealed the victory for the Czech Republic, maintaining their lead and ensuring a comfortable win.