Tomáš Koubek is a professional footballer from the Czech Republic, known for his role as a goalkeeper.
He began his professional career at FC Hradec Králové, where he debuted in 2011.
Koubek transferred to Stade Rennais F.C. in 2017, becoming the club's second Czech goalkeeper.
Biography
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Tomáš Koubek is a Czech professional footballer born to pursue a career as a goalkeeper. He began his football journey with FC Hradec Králové, making his league debut on April 30, 2011, in a match against Mladá Boleslav. Over the years, he developed his skills and became a prominent figure in Czech football, eventually moving to AC Sparta Prague in 2015. However, he was loaned to FC Slovan Liberec for the 2015-16 season, where he gained valuable experience.
Professional Development
Koubek's career took a significant turn when he joined Stade Rennais F.C. in August 2017, marking his entry into Ligue 1. He made his debut for the club in a match against Marseille on September 10, 2017. Following a successful stint in France, he transferred to FC Augsburg in the Bundesliga in August 2019. Koubek's time at Augsburg was marked by consistent performances, and he is set to leave the club upon the expiration of his contract in June 2024.
International Career
On the international stage, Koubek made his debut for the Czech Republic national team on March 24, 2016, in a friendly against Scotland. He was part of the squad for UEFA Euro 2016 and later replaced an injured teammate to participate in UEFA Euro 2020, showcasing his resilience and adaptability as a player.
Legacy and Achievements
Throughout his career, Koubek has achieved notable honors, including winning the Coupe de France with Stade Rennais in the 2018-19 season and being a runner-up in the UEFA European Under-19 Championship in 2011 with the Czech Republic U19 team. His journey reflects a dedicated commitment to football, marked by significant milestones and contributions to both club and country.
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Career & Clubs
Early football career in the Czech Republic
Koubek made his league debut for Hradec Králové in a 2–1 win against Mladá Boleslav on 30 April 2011. After Hradec Králové were relegated at the end of the 2014–15 Czech First League, Koubek joined Sparta Prague on a four-year contract, immediately going out on loan to Slovan Liberec for the 2015–16 season. In October 2016, Sparta Prague ordered Koubek to train with their women's team, stating "women belong at the stove" in reaction to a decision against him by a female assistant referee, Lucie Ratajová. He mainly started on the substitute bench during the 2017–18 Czech First League, but was later given preference in goal over his competitor, Slovak goalkeeper Martin Dúbravka.
Rennes
At the end of August 2017, Koubek transferred from Sparta Prague to Ligue 1 club Rennes for a four-year contract, becoming the club's second Czech goalkeeper after Petr Čech had played there between 2002 and 2004. He made his Ligue 1 debut in a 3–1 victory against Marseille on 10 September 2017.
Augsburg
On 6 August 2019, German side FC Augsburg of the Bundesliga announced the transfer of Koubek from Rennes on a four-year contract for an undisclosed transfer fee. On 19 June 2024, Augsburg announced that Koubek will leave the club upon the expiration of his contract on 30 June.
Slovan Liberec
On 11 January 2025, Koubek signed a contract with Czech First League club Slovan Liberec until June 2027.
In October 2015, Koubek was called up by coach Pavel Vrba to the Czech senior team. He debuted in a friendly match against Scotland on 24 March 2016, ending in a 0–1 defeat. Later, Koubek was included in the final 23-man squad for UEFA Euro 2016. Koubek was not initially included in the Czech squad for UEFA Euro 2020. However, due to Jiří Pavlenka suffering an injury, Koubek replaced him for the tournament.
- Club
- FC Hradec Králové (2010–2015)
- Club
- AC Sparta Prague (2015–2017)
- Club
- FC Slovan Liberec (2015–2016)
- Club
- Czech Republic national under-19 football team (2010–2011)
- Club
- Czech Republic national under-19 football team (2012–2012)
- Club
- Czech Republic national under-21 football team (2012–2015)
- Club
- Czechia men's national football team (2016–)
- Club
- Stade Rennais F.C. (2017–2019)
- Club
- FC Augsburg (2019–)
- National team
- Czech Republic
Legacy
Stade Rennais
Coupe de France: 2018–19 Czech Republic U19
UEFA European Under-19 Championship runner-up: 2011
Clubs
- Czechia men's national football team2016current
- FC Augsburg2019current
- Czech Republic national under-19 football team2010–2011
- FC Hradec Králové2010–2015
- Czech Republic national under-19 football team2012–2012
- Czech Republic national under-21 football team2012–2015
- AC Sparta Prague2015–2017
- FC Slovan Liberec2015–2016
- Stade Rennais F.C.2017–2019
Played together with
- Aaron ZehnterFC Augsburg · 2022–2024
Abdeslam OuaddouStade Rennais F.C. · 2003–2006
Abdou Kader ManganeStade Rennais F.C. · 2008–2012
Abdoul CamaraStade Rennais F.C. · 2008–2011
Abdoulaye DialloStade Rennais F.C. · 2009–2014
Abdoulaye DoucouréStade Rennais F.C. · 2012–2016
Abdoulaye SanéStade Rennais F.C. · 2011–2013- Abdoulaye SanéStade Rennais F.C. · 2014
- Abiodun ObafemiFC Augsburg · 2000–2001
- Achille RougaStade Rennais F.C.
- Adam GabrielAC Sparta Prague · 2021–2022
- Adam GabrielFC Hradec Králové · 2022–2023
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Identifiers & aliases
Tomáš Koubek is a Czech professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Czech First League club Slovan Liberec.
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