Faroe Islands boost World Cup hopes with brilliant victory over Czech Republic

The Faroes’ 2-1 victory took their points tally in Group L to 12, one behind the second-placed Czechs.

The Faroe Islands could reach the World Cup Finals for the first time. Picture: Mike Egerton/PA

The Faroe Islands produced a stunning victory over the Czech Republic to boost their hopes of qualifying for the World Cup.

The European minnows made it four wins from their last five qualifiers, following up Thursday’s remarkable 4-0 success against Montenegro by defeating the Czechs 2-1.