Czech coach Koubek blames travel fatigue, 'stupid mistakes' for World Cup exit (opens original article in a new tab)

Czech Republic coach Miroslav Koubek attributed his team's World Cup exit to 'stupid mistakes' and travel fatigue, citing heavy travel and high altitude as factors affecting player performance.

• Czech Republic coach Miroslav Koubek blamed 'stupid mistakes' and travel fatigue for the team's World Cup exit after a 3-0 loss to Mexico.
• Koubek cited heavy travel between venues and high altitude in Mexico City as factors affecting player performance.
• He defended dropping striker Patrik Schick, citing physical condition and offensive strategy, and criticized the team's technical standards for international competition.