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Tomáš Souček. Tomáš Souček ( Czech pronunciation: [ˈtomaːʃ ˈsoutʃɛk]; born 27 February 1995) is a Czech professional footballer who plays as a defensive midfielder for Premier League club West Ham United and captains the Czech Republic national team .
- 27 February 1995 (age 28)
- 1.92 m (6 ft 4 in)
- Tomáš Souček
- Havlíčkův Brod, Czech Republic
Tomas Soucek, 29, from Czech Republic West Ham United, since 2020 Defensive Midfield Market value: €35.00m * Feb 27, 1995 in Havlíčkův Brod, Czech Republic
- Two Dreams in One
- What's Changed at West Ham?
- Ultimate Engine
- Aerial King and Master in The Duel
- Box to Box, Defensive, Target Man... What Is He?
- Signing of The Season?
- When team-mates Become Rivals
The 26-year-old is relishing a potential return to the European stage, having represented former club Slavia Prague in both traditional competitions during his five years in the first team. "I wanted to play in the Premier League - that was my dream. To play in Europe with West Ham would be two dreams in one! "It was great to play midweek games [in...
So what's behind the staggering, sustained transformation in form at West Ham? The club avoided relegation last season after a notable purple patch following lockdown last year, which saw their points-per-game ratio soar 43.2 per cent - only Southampton and Manchester United recorded greater improvements. "We changed our mentality during lockdown: ...
When it comes to fitness, Soucek is a machine. The Czech has covered a league-topping 437.69km this season, edging Southampton workhorse James Ward-Prowse - who recorded the greatest distance last season. "My fitness coach told me [I had covered the most distance] and he is very happy! I think this comes from my childhood. I used to play football w...
But there's substance to the hard yards, too. Top of the Premier League leaderboards for aerials and duels won? Soucek wins again. His 6' 4" frame certainly boosts his heading abilities but what else contributes to his unrivalled aerial prowess and in 50/50 challenges? "I used to play as a striker when I was a kid for my local team but I only playe...
Most players can be pigeonholed into a prescribed position - where they are most effective and potent. However, Soucek covers all bases: he scores, protects the defence, runs relentlessly, intercepts, breaks down opposition and provides unparalleled aerial power, while only Aaron Cresswell has attempted more passes at West Ham this season. Is he bo...
Speaking on Monday Night Football, Jamie Carraghervoted for Soucek as his signing of the season. "I'm just thinking about the impact of West Ham," said Carragher. "He is a typical David Moyes player and he has had a huge impact. "The goals he gets from the midfield and the combination with Declan Rice. We can talk about teams having great seasons, ...
The career highlights keep rolling. Soucek is set to face England at Wembley in the European Championships on June 22, which could see the Hammers' holding midfielders go head to head. But, first and foremost, Soucek has revelled in the burgeoning relationship with Declan Rice, on and off the pitch. "This season is much better, we are more connecte...
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Check out the latest domestic and international stats, match logs, goals, height, weight and more for Tomáš Souček playing for Czechia men's national team, West Ham United FC and SK Slavia Prague in the Czech First League, Premier League and Champions League
- February 27, 1995
Feb 11, 2021 · Soucek has proved himself a versatile player, able to run relentlessly - his 12.2km covered on average per game is the highest in the league, along with Brighton's Pascal Gross - defend, cover ...
Jun 6, 2021 · Tomas Soucek’s career was not quite going in the direction he and his father, Frantisek, had hoped. While playing for Slavia Prague against Vysocina Jihlava he stood on the ball, fell over, and ...
Jan 1, 2024 · Midfielder agrees new deal until 2027 while Nott'm Forest agree one-year extension to defender Harry Toffolo's contract. Midfielder Tomas Soucek has signed a contract extension at West Ham United until June 2027. “I am very happy to have signed this new contract and very proud that I can continue my career here," the 28-year-old told the club ...
