Pavel Nedvěd appointed head of Czech football representation

Former Juventus midfielder and national team captain Pavel Nedvěd, will be appointed head of the Czech football representation. The 52-year-old will take direct responsibility for both the senior men’s squad and the under-21 side. The Czech Football Association’s executive committee unanimously approved Nedvěd’s appointment at its first meeting in new composition following recent elections, association chairman David Trunda announced at a press conference.