Jan Kuchta
Sparta PrahaCF
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Jan 8, 1997 (29)
Right
6'0"
176 lb
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Completes training session
Kuchta (ankle) trained fully alongside the rest of the Czech squad during Tuesday's practice ahead of Thursday's clash with South Africa, Ceska Televize reports.
Analysis: Kuchta was left out of the action in the opening game of the World Cup as he continued to struggle with an injury, but he should finally be an option for subsequent matches. His availability will give Czechia an additional center-forward to relieve Patrik Schick if required in the future. While the match against South Africa should present the easiest opportunity to produce in the summer competition, the Sparta Prague man may find limited chances off the bench.
Likely for opener
Kuchta (ankle) trained without issues on Wednesday and is on the verge of being available for Thursday's Czech Republic's World Cup opener against South Korea, with coach Miroslav Koubek expressing confidence about his readiness, according to Michal Kvasnica of Denik Sport.
Analysis: Kuchta had been limited to individual training in recent days, making his return to full sessions a significant development with the opener just days away. Coach Koubek's positive assessment suggests the forward will be available in some capacity for the South Korea fixture, most likely as a bench option given the limited training time he has had to build his fitness back up.
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