Czech Republic drew 2–2 with Ireland in a World Cup qualifier that saw the hosts edge the expected goals battle despite failing to convert their advantage into victory. Playing in a 3–4–3 formation, the Czechs generated 2.0 xG from 12 shots, with three finding the target, but Ireland's resolute defending and Ireland's goalkeeper, who made saves at a 33.33 per cent rate, kept them competitive. The visitors, deployed in a 3–4–2–1 shape, managed 1.23 xG from ten attempts and matched the hosts' three shots on target, demonstrating their efficiency in attack relative to their expected output. Glenn Nyberg oversaw proceedings as referee. The draw leaves both sides with unfinished business in the qualification campaign, with the Czech Republic's failure to capitalise on their xG advantage proving costly in the race for automatic qualification.