The 2017–18

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. It began with the preliminary round in July 2017 and is due to end with the final in May 2018. The winner of the cup will gain the right to play in the group stage of the

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Teams

Preliminary round

The preliminary round ties were played from 13 – 16 July 2017. 78 teams competed in this round, all from level 4 or below of the Czech league system, as well as two teams from the third tier of Czech football. All time listed are

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First round

The first round started on 18 July, with matches played between then and 23 July. 86 teams took part in this stage of the competition.

Second round

54 teams participated in the second round; 11 First League teams (all other than those playing in European competitions) entered the competition at this stage, joining the 43 winners of the first round matches. The draw was made on 26 July.

Third round

32 teams participate in the third round; the final five First League teams entered the competition at this stage (holders

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). They are joined by the 27 winners of the second round matches. The draw was made on 30 August.

Fourth round

The fourth round commenced on 24 October 2017.

Quarter-finals

Semi-finals

Final

References

External links

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