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U21 EURO qualifiers confirmed

U21 EURO qualifiers confirmed

Play-off winners Austria and Poland join the nine group qualifiers and hosts Italy in the finals.

November's U21 EURO qualifying action

November's U21 EURO qualifying action

Spain, Serbia and France maintained their perfect records after the last Under-21 qualifiers of the year, while England, holders Germany and Belgium are also well placed.

October's U21 qualifying action

Greece, Croatia, Spain, Denmark, Serbia and France all hold perfect records after October's qualifiers, with the likes of England and Romania well placed as holders Germany slipped and Gibraltar made history.

September's U21 qualifying action

September's U21 qualifying action

Qualifying for the 2019 Under-21 EURO in Italy and San Marino has begun in earnest with all the contenders now under way. Here is the state of play.

2019 U21 EURO qualifying: the road to Italy

2019 U21 EURO qualifying: the road to Italy

Qualifying for the 2019 Under-21 EURO in Italy and San Marino is beginning in earnest but actually started before the 2017 finals in Poland were played. Here is the state of play.

Why Roma have signed Czech U21 striker Schick

Roma have completed the loan signing of prolific 21-year-old Czech Republic striker Patrik Schick from Sampdoria – just what makes him so special? UEFA.com investigates.

Under-21 highlights: Germany v Czech Republic

Under-21 highlights: Germany v Czech Republic

Watch all of the action from Group C at the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

The story of the 2017 U21 EURO

The story of the 2017 U21 EURO

This summer's tournament reached its conclusion last night when Germany tamed Spain in Krakow. We take a photographic look back at every game of the finals.

Pick of the photos from the finals

UEFA.com has trawled through hundreds of images from the 21 matches at this summer's event and we look back at our favourite photos from a thrilling final tournament.

U21 EURO final tournament: Every result in Poland

From England's 0-0 draw with Sweden in the tournament opener to Germany's title-clinching 1-0 final defeat of Spain, check out all the U21 EURO results right here.

Man of the match awards: Weiser takes final prize

Man of the match awards: Weiser takes final prize

Twenty different players were named man of the match during the U21 EURO, Stanislav Lobotka doing it twice and Mitchell Weiser honoured as Germany won the final.

Best behind-the-scenes photos from the finals

UEFA.com was backstage at every match of the Under-21 finals with our photographers capturing exclusive arrival and dressing-room shots. We look back at the pick of them.

Saúl hits the front in Golden Boot race

Saúl hits the front in Golden Boot race

Saúl Ñíguez's three goals against Italy have thrust the Spain striker to the top of the U21 EURO's adidas Golden Boot rankings, with team-mate Marco Asensio his closest rival.

How the U21 EURO group stage unfolded

How the U21 EURO group stage unfolded

And then there were four – England, Germany, Italy and Spain are through to the U21 EURO semi-finals. UEFA.com explains how the group stage unfolded.

Saturday's matches in photos

Saturday's matches in photos

It was the decisive night in Group C for Germany, Italy and the Czech Republic with two possible semi-final spots up for grabs. UEFA.com pans through the action in photo form.

U21 EURO best runner-up: Germany deny Slovakia

The three group winners in Poland all clinched a place in the last four of the U21 EURO, but how did Germany pip Slovakia and Portugal for the last semi-finalist be decided?

Denmark triumph to deny Czech Republic semi spot

Kenneth Zohore struck two and set up another as eliminated Denmark bowed out on a high in Tychy, winning 4-2 to ruin the Czech Republic's ambitions of a last-four spot.

Czech Republic v Denmark background

Denmark spoiled the opening-day party of 2015 hosts the Czech Republic – and will be out to bow out with another victory when the teams meet again on matchday three in Group C.

Highlights: Czech Republic 2-4 Denmark

Highlights: Czech Republic 2-4 Denmark

Watch all of the action from Group C as Denmark ended the Czech Republic's hopes of progressing to the semi-finals.

Saturday: Italy v Germany, Czech Republic v Denmark

Saturday: Italy v Germany, Czech Republic v Denmark

Italy coach Luigi Di Biago has seen"desire in the eyes of my players", while Germany are playing the role of the underdog and the Czech Republic have belief in the race to top Group C.

Five U21 long-range stunners

Five U21 long-range stunners

Watch five brilliant long-range efforts from the Under-21s down the years, featuring Georginio Wijnaldum and Aleksandr Hleb.

U21 EURO: who's suspended and who could miss semi-finals?

U21 EURO: who's suspended and who could miss semi-finals?

With two full rounds of fixtures completed at the U21 EURO, there are a number of players suspended for the third group games or a booking away from missing a possible semi-final.

Asensio leads Saúl Ñíguez in Golden Boot race

Spain's Marco Asensio remains top of the U21 EURO scoring chart, though his compatriot Saúl Ñíguez has joined him in the race for the adidas Golden Boot by registering in successive games.

Wednesday's matches in photos

Wednesday's matches in photos

Czech Republic stunned Italy to blow Group C wide open before Germany turned on the style against Denmark. UEFA.com relives all the drama in photo form.

Czech Republic defeat Italy to ignite campaign

Czech Republic defeat Italy to ignite campaign

Michael Lüftner's lazer-like shot with five minutes remaining put the seal on a fine performance by the Czech Republic as they moved level with their opponents on three Group C points.

New award for U21 EURO Player of the Tournament

New award for U21 EURO Player of the Tournament

UEFA has created a new award for the best player at the U21 EURO - and he will need to show exceptional skills, decisive action and commitment to the team to earn it.

Czech Republic v Italy background

Andrea Pirlo helped Italy get the better of the Czech Republic in the 2000 final, with the Czechs then turning the tables in the semi-finals two years later en route to glory.

Highlights: Czech Republic 3-1 Italy

Highlights: Czech Republic 3-1 Italy

Watch all of the action from Group C at the 2017 U21s, featuring a superb individual run and strike from Michael Lüftner.

Wednesday: Czech Republic v Italy, Germany v Denmark

Wednesday: Czech Republic v Italy, Germany v Denmark

Stefan Kuntz promises Germany will "come up with the answers" against Denmark on Wednesday while Luigi Di Biagio wants Italy to "dominate" Group C rivals Czech Republic.

Asensio and the other U21 hat-trick heroes

Asensio and the other U21 hat-trick heroes

Watch the players on the exclusive list to have scored a hat-trick at the U21 EURO finals.

Sunday's matches in photos

Sunday's matches in photos

A competitive-looking Group C commenced on Sunday with plenty of intrigue as Germany took on the Czech Republic before Denmark met Italy. UEFA.com sifts through the action.

Germany up and running with Czech success

Germany up and running with Czech success

Max Meyer and Serge Gnabry struck either side of half-time as 2009 winners Germany made a strong start in Group C, despite a late penalty miss from Davie Selke.

Germany v Czech Republic background

Germany v Czech Republic background

For the second tournament running, Germany will meet the Czech Republic in the group stage, the Germans having ended the then-hosts' campaign two years ago.

Highlights: Germany 2-0 Czech Republic

Highlights: Germany 2-0 Czech Republic

Watch all of the action from Group C at the 2017 UEFA European Under-21 Championship.

Asensio scores fifth U21 EURO finals hat-trick

Asensio scores fifth U21 EURO finals hat-trick

Marco Asensio's sensational treble in Spain's 5-0 win against FYR Macedonia in Saturday's Group B opener in Gdynia is only the fifth hat-trick in U21 EURO finals history.

Sunday: Germany v Czechs, Denmark v Italy

Sunday: Germany v Czechs, Denmark v Italy

Germany have started "raising the tension" ahead of their opener against Czech Republic, with Denmark "absolutely confident" of a fast start against Italy in Krakow.

Lipski's opener third-fastest U21 EURO finals goal

Lipski's opener third-fastest U21 EURO finals goal

Patryk Lipski's first-minute goal in Poland's opening Group A game against Slovakia was not only the first of the tournament but also the joint-third quickest in U21 EURO history.

Free: Under-21 EURO programme

Get the full lowdown on the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Poland with the 68-page official match programme: available to download free as a PDF.

Hyundai fleet ready for U21 EURO duty

Polish Football Association president Zbigniew Boniek thanked Hyundai Motor for their support at the U21 EURO after formally receiving the keys to the 106-vehicle finals fleet.

U21 stats: how important is an opening-day win?

U21 stats: how important is an opening-day win?

Win your opening game at the U21 EURO final tournament and you have almost a 77% chance of reaching the semi-finals; UEFA.com runs over some key figures ahead of kick-off.

How to say the #U21EURO players' names correctly

How to say the #U21EURO players' names correctly

The #U21EURO in Poland is going to be brilliant, but how much better will it be if you can pronounce the names of all the players correctly? Read our handy guide and learn!

Winners, exciting players: Expert U21 EURO predictions

Winners, exciting players: Expert U21 EURO predictions

UEFA.com's team of reporters are getting comfortable in Poland awaiting the start of the U21 championship; here is what they are looking forward to most.

U21 EURO players with senior international caps

Who should you be looking out for when U21 EURO kicks off in Poland on Friday? UEFA.com points you in the right direction by picking out all those on show with senior caps to their name.

All the Under-21 EURO warm-up friendlies

All the Under-21 EURO warm-up friendlies

With the U21 EURO fast approaching, UEFA.com checks how the 12 contenders have fared in their friendly outings – and looks at what's still to come – since qualifying last year.

Who to look out for at the U21 EURO

The squads have been confirmed and we pick one possible star from each of the 12 contenders. Use #U21EURO to tell us who you expect to impress in Poland.

All the confirmed squads for U21 EURO

The squads for U21 EURO in Poland are confirmed, with UEFA Champions League final scorer Marco Asensio and Renato Sanches, a EURO winner last summer, among those involved.

Who are in this summer's final tournaments?

Who are in this summer's final tournaments?

With six national team tournaments due to kick off this summer – including the men's Under-21 finals and UEFA Women's EURO 2017 – we survey the sides now dreaming of glory.

2019 U21 EURO qualifying: full guide

2019 U21 EURO qualifying: full guide

Qualifying for the 2019 U21 EURO in Italy and San Marino begins on Saturday as Kosovo make their competitive football national-team debut in the Republic of Ireland.

Get your tickets for June's U21 EURO in Poland

Get your tickets for June's U21 EURO in Poland

Tickets for the UEFA European Under-21 Championship in Poland from 16 to 30 June are now on general sale, with even the best seats for the biggest games priced below €10.

England face Netherlands, Scotland in 2019 U21 qualifying

The 2019 Under-21 qualifying group stage draw has been made in Nyon, with England up against neighbours Scotland and fellow two-time winners the Netherlands.

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Squad

Goalkeeper 1 Hugo Jan Bačkovský
Goalkeeper 1 Jiří Letáček
Goalkeeper 16 Martin Jedlička
Goalkeeper 23 Matouš Trmal

Defender 2 David Šimek
Defender 2 Jakub Klima
Defender 3 David Zima
Defender 4 Libor Holík
Defender 5 Dominik Plechatý
Defender 12 Jan Král
Defender 15 Daniel Souček
Defender 18 Denis Granečný
Defender 19 Matěj Chaluš
Defender 21 David Douděra

Midfielder 6 Michal Sadílek
Midfielder 7 Pavel Bucha
Midfielder 8 Filip Havelka
Midfielder 9 Dominik Janošek
Midfielder 11 Ladislav Krejčí
Midfielder 12 Michal Kohút
Midfielder 12 Ondřej Lingr
Midfielder 13 Michal Hlavatý
Midfielder 13 Michal Beran
Midfielder 14 Tomáš Smejkal
Midfielder 19 Adam Karabec
Midfielder 19 Matěj Polidar
Midfielder 21 Pavel Šulc

Forward 7 Martin Graiciar
Forward 10 Ondřej Šašinka
Forward 11 Antonín Růsek
Forward 17 Jan Matoušek
Forward 20 Vaclav Drchal
Forward 20 Adam Hložek
Forward 22 Antonín Vaníček

Coach

Coach Karel Krejčí

Legend

Suspended

Matches

07 September 2020

Qualifying round

Strelecky Ostrov Ceske Budejovice

09 October 2020

Qualifying round

Tynecastle Edinburgh

13 October 2020

Qualifying round

Stadium of Marijampole Marijampole

13 November 2020

Qualifying round

Form guide

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CZE Czech Republic 0-0 SCO Scotland
2019/10/14 UEFA European Under-21 Championship 14/10/2019
W

CZE Czech Republic 6-0 SMR San Marino
2019/11/14 UEFA European Under-21 Championship 14/11/2019
W

CRO Croatia 1-2 CZE Czech Republic
2019/11/18 UEFA European Under-21 Championship 18/11/2019
W

SMR San Marino 0-6 CZE Czech Republic
2020/09/02 UEFA European Under-21 Championship 02/09/2020
D

CZE Czech Republic 0-0 CRO Croatia
2020/09/07 UEFA European Under-21 Championship 07/09/2020

Statistics

Assists 11

Saves 24

Fouls committed 101

Fouls suffered 83

Played 7

Lost 0

Won 4

Drawn 3

Average scored 2.4

Average conceded 0.3

Cards 15 Yellow cards

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