Czech Republic beat Kosovo 2-1: What it means for World Cup
Czech Republic beat Kosovo 2-1 in a friendly, kicking off World Cup prep. Ladra and Hlozek scored. Final warm-up vs Guatemala on June 5 before Group A.
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Czech Republic beat Kosovo 2-1 in a friendly, kicking off World Cup prep. Ladra and Hlozek scored. Final warm-up vs Guatemala on June 5 before Group A.
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