Episode
First Touch ’26 - Czechia
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- May 12, 2026
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- 860
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Summary
Czechia is back at the World Cup for the first time in 20 years after surviving two dramatic penalty shootouts in qualifying. Host David Gass explores the country’s deep soccer history, from the glory days of Czechoslovakia to the golden generation led by Pavel Nedvěd and Petr Čech. Plus, a look at the current squad led by Patrik Schick and Tomáš Souček, Prague’s fierce club rivalries, and whether Czechia can make noise at the 2026 World Cup.