2026 World Cup: Czech Republic vs. Mexico, Probable Lineups

The Czech Republic and Mexico face off at 3 a.m. (Italian time) in Mexico City in a match for Matchday 3 of Group A of the 2026 World Cup in North America. The Czechs must win to have any chance of qualifying for the Round of 16 after losing to South Korea and drawing with South Africa. The hosts, on the other hand, have already secured first place in the group and can use the match to experiment with their lineup, resting some starters.

The Czechs are pinning their hopes on the attacking duo of Schick and Hlozek, who will be supported by wingers Coufal and Sojka. In midfield: Darida, Cerv, and Sadilek.

Mexico is making significant lineup changes, with its sights already set on the Round of 16. Alvarado, Raúl Giménez, and Quinones form the front three, with Brian Gutiérrez in midfield alongside Lira and Romo

Czech Republic vs. Mexico: Probable Lineups
CZECH REPUBLIC (3-5-2): Kovar; Holes, Hranac, Krejci; Coufal, Darida, Cerv, Sadilek, Sojka; Schick, Hlozek.
MEXICO (4-3-3): Rangel; Sanchez, Reyes, Vasquez, Gallardo; Brian Gutierrez, Lira, Romo; Alvarado, Raul Gimenez, Quinones.