Jiří Boula

Jiří Boula is a Czech midfielder who developed in Prague. He progressed through ČAFC Prague, SK Olympie Dolní Břežany, and the AC Sparta Prague academy, where he trained from 2011 to 2017. At 18, Boula moved to England, studying at the University of Derby while playing for Mickleover in the Northern Premier League. He returned to Czechia in 2020, joining FK MAS Táborsko and beginning his senior professional career in the second tier. Baník Ostrava signed Boula in 2021, and he made his league debut in February 2022, helping the club defeat Mladá Boleslav 3–2. At Baník, he has developed into a regular central presence, contributing to buildup while covering space and competing in midfield duels. His performances earned a first senior Czech Republic call-up in November 2024; he was an unused substitute in the Nations League before receiving another selection in March 2025.