November 2025 in the Czech First League marks a critical phase of the 2025–26 season, encompassing Matchdays 15–17 before the winter break. During this period, teams fight for points that shape the league standings, with top clubs pushing for the title race, mid-table teams aiming for European playoff contention, and lower-ranked sides striving to avoid relegation.
The month features high-stakes matches, including key derbies and top-table clashes, held across major stadiums such as Fortuna Arena (Prague), Stadion Střelnice (Jablonec), and Lokotrans Aréna (Mladá Boleslav). With colder weather and fixture congestion, November tests squad depth, tactics, and resilience, making it a decisive period that often sets momentum for the second half of the season.
In essence, November serves as both a turning point and a preview of which teams are likely to contend for championships, European spots, or battle relegation in the 2025–26 Czech First League.
Czech First League 2025–26: Tournament Format in November
The Czech First League (Fortuna Liga) continues in November 2025 as part of the regular season phase, which is the first and longest stage of the competition. Here’s how the tournament format works specifically during November:
Tournament Format Overview (Regular Season Phase)
1. League Structure
• 16 clubs compete in the top division.
• Each club plays every other team twice — once at home and once away.
• The regular season totals 30 matchdays (15 home, 15 away).
2. November Stage
• Matches in November typically cover Matchdays 15 to 17, depending on scheduling.
• This period is crucial because it’s the final stretch before the winter break (which usually begins in December).
• Teams aim to strengthen their league position before the mid-season pause.
3. Points System
• Win → 3 points
• Draw → 1 point
• Loss → 0 points
• Teams are ranked by total points, then goal difference, and goals scored.
4. Post-Regular Season Split
• After 30 rounds (in spring), the league splits into three groups:
- Championship Group (top 6)
- Relegation Group (bottom 6)
- Middle Group (7th–10th place, often competing for European playoff spots)
5. Relegation and European Spots
• The 1st place team qualifies for the UEFA Champions League qualifiers.
• 2nd–3rd enter Europa League or Conference League rounds.
• The last-placed team (16th) is relegated directly to the Czech National Football League (second tier).
• 14th and 15th play a two-legged relegation playoff against second-tier teams.
Czech First League 2025–26 – November Fixtures by Matchday
The Czech First League 2025–26 November fixtures organized by matchday and date order, showing all available matches with venues :
Matchday 15 – 1–2 November 2025
Saturday, 1 November 2025
• FK Jablonec vs FC Zlín – Stadion Střelnice, Jablonec
• 1. FC Slovácko vs FC Slovan Liberec – Městský stadion Miroslava Valenty, Uherské Hradiště
• FK Pardubice vs FK Dukla Praha – Stadion Pod Vinicí, Pardubice
• SK Slavia Praha vs FC Baník Ostrava – Fortuna Arena, Prague
Sunday, 2 November 2025
• FK Mladá Boleslav vs SK Sigma Olomouc – Lokotrans Aréna, Mladá Boleslav
• Bohemians 1905 vs FC Hradec Králové – Ďolíček Stadium, Prague
Matchday 16 – 22–23 November 2025
Saturday, 22 November 2025
• FK Dukla Praha vs SK Sigma Olomouc – Stadion Juliska, Prague
• FK Pardubice vs FC Slovan Liberec – Stadion Pod Vinicí, Pardubice
• 1. FC Slovácko vs FC Zlín – Městský stadion Miroslava Valenty, Uherské Hradiště
• FK Jablonec vs Viktoria Plzeň – Stadion Střelnice, Jablonec
Sunday, 23 November 2025
• FK Mladá Boleslav vs AC Sparta Praha – Lokotrans Aréna, Mladá Boleslav
• Bohemians 1905 vs FK Teplice – Ďolíček Stadium, Prague
Matchday 17 – 29–30 November 2025
Saturday, 29 November 2025
• FC Hradec Králové vs FK Jablonec – Malšovická Aréna, Hradec Králové
• SK Slavia Praha vs 1. FC Slovácko – Fortuna Arena, Prague
• FC Zlín vs MFK Karviná – Stadion Letná, Zlín
Sunday, 30 November 2025
• FC Baník Ostrava vs FK Dukla Praha – Městský stadion v Ostravě – Vítkovicích
• Mladá Boleslav vs FC Slovan Liberec – Lokotrans Aréna, Mladá Boleslav
• Bohemians 1905 vs FK Teplice – Ďolíček Stadium, Prague
Importance of November in the Czech First League 2025–26
November plays a crucial role in the Czech First League season, as it marks the final stretch before the winter break, a period where momentum and consistency can define the rest of the campaign. Here’s why this month is so significant:
1. The Mid-Season Turning Point
November represents the midway mark of the regular season. With most teams having completed around 15–17 games, league standings start to take shape. Clubs at the top aim to solidify title ambitions, while those in the lower half fight to avoid slipping into relegation danger before the winter pause.
2. Title Race Pressure Builds
Teams like Slavia Praha, Sparta Praha, and Viktoria Plzeň traditionally push hard in November to create separation from their rivals. Wins this month can help build a comfortable buffer before the tougher spring fixtures arrive. Even a short winning streak in November can greatly influence the championship race.
3. Relegation Battles Intensify
Lower-ranked sides such as Zlín, Karviná, or Teplice often face critical matches during November. Points gained in this period can be the difference between a relegation playoff and mid-table safety later in the season. Every draw and win becomes vital before the league halts for winter.
4. Weather and Tactical Adaptation
As temperatures drop, weather conditions begin to affect play. Teams must adapt to colder, possibly snowy conditions and heavier pitches. Managers rely on squad depth and rotation to keep players fit, especially with possible injuries and fatigue setting in after several intense months.
5. Setting the Tone for the Spring Split
November’s performances are key to determining which clubs enter the Championship Group or the Relegation Group when the league splits after 30 rounds. Strong results can provide a psychological and points advantage going into the second half of the season.
6. Fan Excitement and Momentum
With several high-profile derbies and top-table clashes — such as Slavia Praha vs Baník Ostrava and Mladá Boleslav vs Sparta Praha — November delivers some of the season’s most exciting football. The atmosphere in stadiums is electric as fans rally their teams before the long winter break.
Conclusion – Czech First League November 2025–26
November 2025 in the Czech First League is a pivotal month that sets the tone for the rest of the season. With three full matchdays played, teams are entering the final phase of the regular season before the winter break, making every point crucial. Top clubs aim to consolidate their positions in the title race, while mid-table and lower-ranked teams battle to secure safety from relegation.
The combination of competitive fixtures, derbies, and the onset of colder weather challenges squads tactically and physically, testing depth and resilience. Performances in November often provide momentum going into the spring, influencing which teams compete for European spots and which face relegation battles.
In short, November acts as a decisive checkpoint: it highlights contenders, exposes weaknesses, and gives fans some of the most intense and thrilling matches of the season. Clubs that succeed this month are well-positioned for a strong second half of the 2025–26 campaign.
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