Match Report
Czech Republic beat Republic of Ireland 4-3 on penalties after a 2-2 draw in the WC Qualification Europe, Play-offs - Semi-finals. Before the match, Czech Republic were 2nd in the WC Qualification Europe table with Republic of Ireland in 2nd. The history between these teams (2012–2026) is evenly balanced with 0 wins each. Czech Republic had scored 18 goals this season (2.3 per game), Republic of Ireland had 9 (1.5 per game). Czech Republic's goals came from Patrik Schick (27'), Ladislav Krejci (86'); Republic of Ireland scored through Troy Parrott (19'), Matej Kovar (23' og). Match stats: possession 58%-42%, shots 12-10, on target 3-3, corners 6-9. Explore the full timeline, stats breakdown and player performances.
This fixture in the WC Qualification Europe pits Czech Republic against Republic of Ireland at Fortuna Arena.
Czech Republic come in 2nd with 16 points, while Republic of Ireland sit 2nd with 10 points.
In their head-to-head record since 2012, the two sides have met 2 times, with 0 wins for Czech Republic, 0 for Republic of Ireland and 2 draws.
The match ended in a 2-2 draw (4-3 on penalties).
Goal scorers
Czech Republic: Patrik Schick (27'), Ladislav Krejci (86') · Republic of Ireland: Troy Parrott (19'), Matej Kovar (23')
Key stats
Possession: Czech Republic 58% · Republic of Ireland 42% · Total shots: 12-10 · On target: 3-3 · Corners: 6-9