The Czech Republic national football team will face England at Wembley Stadium in a forthcoming UEFA Nations League match, marking the Central European side’s first return to the iconic venue in more than three decades.
The encounter is part of the 2026‑27 Nations League competition, with England hosting the fixture at the 90,000‑seat stadium in London. Both teams will be looking to secure points that could influence their chances of promotion to the league’s top tier.
The visit comes just over 30 years after the Czech Republic’s heartbreaking exit from Euro 1996 at the same ground, where they were eliminated by Germany in a penalty shoot‑out after a 1‑1 draw in the semi‑final.
For Czech supporters, the match offers a chance to rewrite a painful chapter of their football history, while also providing a showcase for a generation of players who have never experienced Wembley’s atmosphere.
England, meanwhile, will aim to maintain their strong home record in the competition, setting up a compelling showdown that blends nostalgia with the present‑day stakes of European football.
<small>Source: BBC Sport — read the original story there.</small>
