Former soccer star Milan Baroš is embroiled in a high-stakes legal battle with his ex-wife, Tereza, as the couple fights over the custody of their children and a contentious financial settlement. The tension reached a boiling point during a court appearance on April 8, 2026, at the District Court for Prague 6, where the two parties faced off in what sources describe as a “bitter war.”
Legal Heavyweights Clash Over Custody
The proceedings focused primarily on the care of their two sons, 16-year-old Patrik and 14-year-old Matteo. The atmosphere was reportedly frigid, with the former couple refusing to even exchange glances. Both sides brought in high-profile legal representation: Baroš is represented by Lenka Radoňová, while Tereza is advised by Karolína Besser Zelenková.
A central point of contention involves the younger son, Matteo. According to reports, Matteo moved in with his father in the summer of 2025 and reportedly refused to see his mother for over six months, despite Milan’s insistence. However, the court has since decided that Matteo will spend time with both parents on an alternating weekly basis. This arrangement aims to ensure both parents have equal time with their children, though the road to this agreement has been fraught with psychological pressure and legal disputes.
Million-Dollar Settlement and Financial Warfare
The divorce, which took place in 2024 after 18 years of marriage, resulted in a massive transfer of assets. Tereza received a luxury residence in Prague’s Šárecké údolí, apartments in Vinohrady and Nové Město, a Mercedes SUV valued at approximately 2 million CZK, and a lump sum payment of 10 million CZK. The settlement also includes monthly payments, with some sources stating the total reaches 150,000 CZK (split between Tereza and the two sons).
Despite these payments, the financial conflict escalated just before Easter, when Tereza filed a legal execution (asset seizure) against Baroš for unpaid child support during the period Matteo lived with his father. While Baroš was reportedly infuriated by the move, he acted quickly to resolve the matter, and all executions against him have since been cleared. He continues to defend himself against accusations and public insults surrounding the dispute.
Breaking the Silence
Tereza, who was described as an ordinary girl before meeting Baroš, recently broke her silence on social media. The 40-year-old former model claimed she lived in a “golden cage,” dedicating over two decades to supporting Baroš’s professional career while prioritizing the family. She asserted that her previous silence was a mark of respect and self-discipline intended to protect her children, but she now feels compelled to challenge the public image being created of her.
Adding to the tension, Baroš arrived at the April 8 hearing alone and visibly gloomy, while Tereza was accompanied by her new partner, Filip Neusser, the former head of the National Sports Agency. As the legal battle over the children and financial obligations continues, the fallout from the end of the 18-year marriage remains a focal point of public interest in the Czech Republic.
While Baroš seeks to move past the financial disputes, the ongoing fight for stability for Patrik and Matteo ensures that the legal drama is far from over. The conflict over the sons and money continues to dominate the headlines.
