Cup

The Czech Cup, officially known as the MOL Cup for sponsorship reasons, is the premier knockout football competition in the Czech Republic. Established in 1993 following the dissolution of Czechoslovakia, it succeeded the Czechoslovak Cup and quickly became a cornerstone of the national football calendar. The tournament is organized by the Football Association of the Czech Republic (FAČR) and offers a direct pathway to European competition, with the winner qualifying for the UEFA Europa League. The competition follows a classic single-elimination format, open to clubs from the top four tiers of the Czech football league system. This includes teams from the First League (Fortuna Liga), the second-tier FNL, and lower divisions, creating a platform for dramatic "giant-killing" upsets. Matches are played as single ties, with extra time and penalties used to decide a winner if necessary. The final is traditionally held as a prestigious single match at a neutral venue, often in Prague, though it has occasionally been played over two legs in the past. Historically, the cup has been dominated by the Prague giants, with Sparta Prague and Slavia Prague holding the most titles. Other frequent contenders include Baník Ostrava, Slovan Liberec, and Viktoria Plzeň, reflecting the broader power dynamics of Czech football. The tournament has seen legendary Czech players grace its pitches, such as Pavel Nedvěd, Tomáš Rosický, and Jan Koller, during their domestic careers. It has also been a stage for memorable moments, including the intense 2016 final between Sparta and Slavia, dubbed the "Battle of Prague." The current competitive landscape remains vibrant, with the Prague clubs still the favorites, but the cup's knockout nature ensures regular surprises from motivated lower-league teams. An interesting fact is that the trophy itself is a modern, sleek design, and the competition has undergone several name changes due to sponsorship, including the Pohár ČMFS and the Czech Football Cup. It remains a cherished prize, offering smaller clubs a shot at glory and European nights, and providing a thrilling, unpredictable complement to the league season.

About Cup

Cup is a top football competition based in Czech-Republic, featuring league standings, fixture lists, results and team-by-team statistical breakdowns. 2 teams currently compete in Cup, battling across the season for the title and league position. 1 matches are scheduled in the upcoming Cup fixture list, with live updates and AI-powered predictions on this site. Browse standings, top scorers, fixtures, results and matchday predictions for Cup below.