Czech manager Koubek urges home side to step up against Denmark in Prague clash

Having secured that initial victory, do you approach the Denmark game feeling more assured?

"The triumph certainly boosted our morale significantly. I must commend the team once more for their display, attitude, dedication, determination, and the energy they invested in the game. That element may have been somewhat underappreciated in the assessments, yet it proved crucial to our success. Nonetheless, there is scope for us to get better."

Could you elaborate on that?

"Certain aspects of our approach could have been handled otherwise, particularly regarding our on-field execution. I prefer not to delve into specifics right now."

Which was tougher to get the squad ready for, Ireland or Denmark?

"Both sides present real challenges. Their styles differ a touch, requiring us to adjust accordingly and prepare for each. Ultimately, it comes down to our performance. We must enforce our own tactics and embed our game plan against them."

What do you intend by enforcing your style?

"I want us to relax a bit more and express ourselves freely. We should control the ball longer and adopt a possession based approach akin to Denmark's. Bringing greater invention to our play is vital for winning."

How would you assess Denmark's key assets and vulnerabilities?

"They boast skilled players. The unit is cohesive, operates at an elite standard, and has clear objectives. With time spent as a group, they are thoroughly organised."

What about their flaws?

"Such shortcomings are there, though I will hold back on sharing them."

To what extent will you alter the starting eleven?

"As you are aware, I keep that under wraps. Adjustments are always pondered, tailored to strategy and the foe. We shall not overhaul the lineup entirely as one might in warm ups to satisfy all."