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Czechia Faces Gibraltar in World Cup Qualifiers Today
OLMOUC, Czechia — Czechia is set to host Gibraltar in a World Cup qualifying match at Andruv Stadion on Monday, November 17, 2025. The match is scheduled to kick off at 11:45 a.m. PT (2:45 p.m. ET) and is pivotal for both teams as they conclude their qualification campaigns.
Czechia has already secured a spot in the playoffs despite losing 2-1 to the Faroe Islands last month. In contrast, Gibraltar will finish at the bottom of Group L after struggling throughout their qualifying run with seven consecutive defeats.
Patrik Schick is expected to lead Czechia’s attack, supported by key players such as Vladimir Coufal and Tomas Soucek. Caretaker coach Jaroslav Kostl will look to finish the qualifying stage strong, fielding a formation likely to feature a back four consisting of Jaroslav Zeleny, Martin Vitik, accompanied by Ethan Jolley, Kian Ronan, Bernardo Lopes, and Liam Jessop in defense.
On the other side, Gibraltar’s lineup is anticipated to include goalkeeper Jaylan Hankins and forward Dylan Borge. The team’s recent form has been less than stellar, allowing for significant goals against and struggling to find the net.
This match is also crucial for viewers in the United States, where it can be streamed live on various platforms. Fans abroad may need a VPN to access streaming services from their home countries.
As the final match of this qualifying round, Czechia aims to fortify its position, while Gibraltar looks for a moral victory before the campaign concludes.
