The UEFA Euro U-21 match between Israel U21 and Czech Republic U21 will take place at Ramaz Shengelias Sakhelobis Stadioni on Wednesday at 9:30 pm IST.
In a pivotal Group C clash at the Ramaz Shengelia Stadium, Czech Republic Under-21s face Israel Under-21s. The Czech Republic needs just a point to secure a quarter-final spot after defeating Germany 2-1, while Israel remains at the bottom of the group after a 2-0 loss to England.
As England secures their place as group winners, a fierce battle for second place emerges between Germany, the Czech Republic, and Israel. However, Israel faces the greatest challenge. After drawing against Germany, they couldn’t replicate the same resilience against England, conceding goals from Anthony Gordon and Emile Smith Rowe while struggling in the attack. With only one point and a worse goal difference than Germany, Israel must win and outperform the champions against England to advance to the knockout stages, a feat they have never achieved before. Despite some players’ experience from the Under-19 European Championships, Israel’s results in Group C have been lacking, with six winless games and just three goals scored.
The Czech Republic followed Israel’s lead by absorbing relentless pressure from Germany. After failing to capitalize against Israel, the champions once again fell short against the struggling German team. Despite enduring constant attacks, Suchoparek’s side seemed to secure a point when Angelo Stiller equalized Vaclav Sejk’s goal. However, a late twist occurred as Martin Vitik scored an 87th-minute winner, leading to an ecstatic victory for the Czechs. This win not only ended their six-game losing streak but also propelled them to second place in Group C. A draw against Israel would secure their spot in the quarter-finals based on their superior head-to-head record against Germany.
Israel Under-21 possible starting lineup: Peretz, Jaber, Lemkin, Cohen, Revivo, Karzev, Gandelman, Azoulay, Gloukh, Turgeman, Jorno
Czech Republic Under-21 possible starting lineup: Jaros, Gabriel, Vitik, Hranac, Fukala, Zamburak, Cerv, Valenta, Karabec, Sejk, Kusej
Israel Under-21
| Opponents | Score |
| England U21 | 0-2 (L) |
| Germany U21 | 1-1 (D) |
| Belgium U21 | 0-2 (L) |
| Switzerland U21 | 1-2 (L) |
| Croatia U21 | 0-0 (D) |
Czech Republic Under-21
| Opponents | Score |
| Germany U21 | 2-1 (W) |
| England U21 | 0-2 (L) |
| Netherlands U21 | 1-1 (D) |
| Belgium U21 | 0-0 (D) |
| Norway U21 | 0-4 (L) |
The UEFA Euro U-21 match between Israel U21 and Czech Republic U21 will take place at Ramaz Shengelias Sakhelobis Stadioni on Wednesday at 9:30 pm IST.
| Israel U21 vs Czech Republic U21 | Key Details |
| Date | June 28 (Israel) |
| Venue | Ramaz Shengelias Sakhelobis Stadioni |
| Kickoff time in Israel | 7:30 pm (Wednesday) |
| Kickoff time in Czech Republic | 6:30 pm (Wednesday) |
| Kickoff time in India | 9:30 pm (Wednesday) |
Football fans in Israel can catch the live action via Sport 1 while those in Czech Republic can watch the match via CT Sport.
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