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FWC: BEL v SEN live on SN ExtraFIFA live: Another World Cup coach quits as Kane saves England
SEN • July 2nd, 2026 8:21 am
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ANOTHER ONE BITES THE DUST
Another day another coach stands down - willingly or pushed we don't know but Czechia have confirmed the exit of boss Miroslav Koubek by mutual agreement. They endured a horrific World Cup campaign.
"After the failure at the World Championship, for which I bear joint responsibility as head coach, after considering all the circumstances, I have come to the conclusion that I will offer my position to the president of the FACR, David Trund.
"After mutual debate and consultation, the president accepted my proposal. The consequence is the termination of my work with the national team. A media campaign based on a series of half-truths and fabrications against me also contributed to my decision.
"In this atmosphere, my work for the Czech national team would no longer make sense. I would like to thank the chairman David Trund and the FACR Executive Committee for the trust they have placed in me.
"I would also like to thank Pavel Nedved for his cooperation, all members of the implementation team and employees of the Football Association of the Czech Republic for their enormous commitment and, above all, the players. It was a great honour for me to lead the Czech national team.
"I regret that after gaining knowledge from the World Cup, I will not be able to fulfil the specific and clear visions I had for my further work with the national team. A big thank you also goes to the fans. Their support throughout the entire journey to qualification and at the World Cup itself was extraordinary and I will never forget it.
"I wish the Czech national team and my successor further success in their progress. I will keep my fingers crossed for them, like every Czech football fan."
ENGLAND SAVED AT THE DEATH
England were 16 minutes from an embarrassing World Cup exit before Harry Kane stood up and led his nation to the last 16.
Two goals from the captain inside 11 minutes saved England's blushes after they had trailed since the 7th minute after Brian Cipenga opened the scoring.
Defeat would have marked England's worst World Cup in 76 years (defeat to USA in 1950).
Next up is a daunting visit to the Azteca stadium to face co-hosts Mexico who are yet to concede this tournament.
Perhaps I'm overly confident but according to the omen betters in the UK, this is the first time England have come from behind in a World Cup game since 1966. We ALL remember what happened back then!
