Roman Týce
Roman Týce (born 7 May 1977) is a Czech former professional football player. He played club football in the Czech Republic and Germany, as a defender and defensive midfielder. Týce played internationally for the Czech Republic at Euro 2004. Club career. Týce made his debut for Sparta Prague at the age of 17. He later played for FC Slovan Liberec before heading to Germany. In Germany he signed for TSV 1860 Munich, becoming club captain. Týce suffered a knee injury in 2002, leaving the Bundesliga game against VfL Wolfsburg after having scored a goal. He was later diagnosed  with torn ligaments in his right knee. He suffered a similar injury in 2006 with his left knee. Týce left 1860 Munich in 2007, joining compatriot and former teammate Michal Kolomazník at SpVgg Unterhaching. International career. Týce captained his nation in the 2000 UEFA European Under-21 Championship, a tournament at which the Czech Republic reached the final before finishing second behind Italy. Týce was involved in the Czech Republic's participation in the 2000 Summer Olympics tournament as captain. Before the tournament he stated his desire for his country to win a medal in the competition. The team was unsuccessful  however, being eliminated at the group stage without winning a match. He took part in Euro 2004, playing the whole of the group stage match against Germany. It was, however, the only match he participated in during the tournament. Style of play. He could play as a defender or defensive midfielder. His versatility allowed him to play at left back, right back, or in various positions in the midfield. Personal life. Týce was born to father Marcel and mother Alena. He lived in the village of Černiv and went to primary school in the town of Libochovice until moving to  Prague to become involved with Sparta Prague at the age of 13.