Czech Republic midfielder Michal Sadilek has withdrawn from Euro 2024 due to a leg injury sustained from a bike accident.
Sadilek, representing Dutch club Twente, previously participated in the last Euros for his country and recently led the team to victory against Malta in a friendly match.
Manager Ivan Hasek expressed disappointment over losing the 25-year-old, who boasts 24 international caps, describing it as a significant setback for the team.
“Sadilek unfortunately fell while riding his bike and suffered a laceration in the leg,” a Czech Republic spokesperson said in a statement on Sunday.
The Czech Republic will kick off their Euro 2024 campaign on Tuesday, June 18, against Portugal. They are also set to play against Turkey and Georgia in Group F.
The team’s journey in Euro 2020 ended in the quarter-finals when they were defeated by Denmark.