Czech Republic vs Montenegro prediction 06.06.2025 | World Cup qualifications

• Competition: World Cup qualifications
• Date: Friday, 6th June 2025
• Kickoff: 19:45 UK / 20:45 CEST
• Venue: Doosan Arena (Plzen)

The Czech Republic is eager to end a long-standing drought on the international stage, having failed to qualify for the FIFA World Cup since 2006. As the 2026 qualification campaign unfolds, optimism is cautiously growing. The Czechs made a promising start with back-to-back wins, collecting six points from their opening two fixtures. However, it's worth noting that those victories came against the group's two lowest-ranked sides — the Faroe Islands and Gibraltar — offering limited insight into the team's true capabilities. 

Now, the real test begins. On Friday, the Czech Republic faces Montenegro in a fixture that could prove decisive in the qualification race. With a trip to Croatia looming next week — arguably the strongest team in the group — a win in Plzen is arguably essential if they hope to maintain momentum and confidence.

Montenegro never played in a major competition as an independent nation. Hopes are once again pinned on sneaking into at least the second spot in the group, which could secure a playoff berth. However, with both Croatia and the Czech Republic in the mix, that ambition looks increasingly difficult to realize. 

Like their Czech counterparts, Montenegro also started qualifications with two wins against Gibraltar and the Faroe Islands. Now, the real challenges begin. Friday's match in Plzen will serve as a crucial litmus test of their ability to compete against higher-ranked opposition.

Czech Republic vs Montenegro pick: Czech Republic to win and cover AH -1.5 spread

The Czech Republic are dominant at the home stadium, where they have won the last nine games in a row. On the other hand, Montenegro are not playing well away from home. We should expect the Czech Republic to win and cover the AH -1.5 spread in the upcoming tie.