Czech Republic finalizes World Cup squad with inclusion of Hugo Sochůrek

The Czech Republic has announced its final 26-man squad for the World Cup, including 17-year-old Hugo Sochůrek, following a 2-1 victory over Kosovo in a warmup match. Sochůrek made history as the youngest player to represent the national team. Coach Miroslav Koubek had to make tough cuts from an initial list of 29 players, with notable absences including Pavel Bucha, Christophe Kabongo, and Tomáš Ladra. In positive news for the Czechs, Adam Hložek has returned to the fold after injury and scored in the same match. The team is set to leave for the United States, where they will face Guatemala on June 4, before beginning their World Cup campaign against South Korea on June 11.

• 8:22 PMYahoo Sports — Czech Republic's final World Cup squad includes 17-year-old Hugo Sochůrek