Sparta Prague vs RB Salzburg: A Champions League Showdown
Sparta Prague has made history by reaching the group phase of the Champions League for the first time since 2005/06. The Czech champions have eliminated Shamrock Rovers, FCSB, and Malmo FF in the qualifying campaign.
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A New Era for Sparta Prague
The back-to-back Czech champions have regained domestic dominance after almost a decade-long struggle. Sparta Prague showed signs of improvement in their recent European adventures, reaching the last-16 round of the UEFA Europa League last season. However, they were eliminated by Liverpool.
RB Salzburg: A Force to be Reckoned With
RB Salzburg has been a regular participant in the Champions League group stage in recent years. They finished fourth in their respective section in the previous term of the competition. Salzburg’s domestic dominance came to an end last season when they finished second in the Austrian Bundesliga.
Sparta Prague vs RB Salzburg Prediction
Salzburg experienced their first defeat of the season right before the international break, losing 2-3 to Rapid Vienna in an away match. They have won just two of their previous five outings across competitions. The poor defensive showing against Rapid Vienna will not boost their confidence ahead of the Champions League opener.
Sparta Prague’s Solid Defense
The story is completely opposite with Sparta Prague. They sit atop the Czech Liga standings with six wins and a draw in the maiden seven rounds. The rock-solid defense is Sparta’s main strength. They have kept their net untouched in three of the previous four outings across competitions.
Sparta Prague vs RB Salzburg Match Prediction
The value is great with the Under 2.5 goals pick at the 2.30 odds. We also like Sparta’s chances of getting the win in an electric atmosphere at epet ARENA. You can back the home win pick at the 2.37 odds.
