Sparta vs Slavia: Preview, Free tip & Prediction
02.10.2021 16:00
The biggest match of the autumn season of Czech Fortuna Liga is scheduled on Sunday evening: the Prague derby between Sparta and Slavia. The 300th match between the two rivals could play a key role in the title fight.
Basic information, news and team form
Sparta will go into the derby in a much better mood than they were just a few weeks ago. After the loss to Plzeň and draws with Brondby and Jablonec, the team came under pressure and doubts started to swirl around ACS' chances of a successful season. But Sparta responded in the best possible way and jumped back on the winning streak, which currently stands at three games. First, the Reds fulfilled their cup duty in Líšeň (3-0), then they demolished Zlín in the league (5-2) and on Thursday they also succeeded in the Europa League, where they beat Rangers 1-0. The optimism around the team is back, but Sparta must confirm it in the toughest game of the season so far.
Slavia also went through a weaker period, but that dates back to August. In September, Jindřich Trpišovský's team was back to business as usual, winning five games in a row, including a battle with Union Berlin in the Europa League. It was only Dutch side Feyenoord who managed to put the brakes on Slavia's run, beating them 2-1 at home on Thursday. SKS did not perform well in the first half, but after the break they showed a much improved performance, which they will want to repeat in the derby.
Betdoin's view of the match
Sparta have failed to score against Slavia for four games in a row, but Betdoin's algorithm predicts that this streak will end on Sunday night. If ACS under Pavel Vrba is doing something well, it's when going forward, while Slavia doesn't have an ideal defense due to injuries. Even though the odds on the Both will score bet are quite low, Betdoin still sees decent value in it and expects a goal-rich derby from both sides.
Absentees and estimated line-ups
Sparta has been plagued by injuries for a long time, with Krejci, Soucek, Juliš and Hojer all out. On the other hand, captain Dočkal, who was a substitute in Thursday's battle with Rangers, could be back after health problems. The visitors will miss Kacharaba, Hromada or Provod, and there is a question mark over the readiness of Kudela, Kolar and Plavsic.
Sparta - estimated line-up:
Nita - Wiesner, Čelůstka, Panák, Hancko - Pavelka, Sáček - Pešek, Dočkal, Haraslín - Hložek
Slavia - estimated line-up:
Mandous - Bah, Ousou, Holeš, Bořil - Samek, Ševčík - Masopust, Stanciu, Schranz - Kuchta
Free tip for Sparta vs Slavia - Both teams to score (1.57)
Sparta vs Slavia FAQ:
Where to watch Sparta vs Slavia live on TV? The match will be live on O2 TV Fotbal.
What players to watch during the match? Filip Panák, Daniel Samek, Nicolae Stanciu.
Who is the favourite? Slavia is the favourite according to the bookmakers (2.15).
How did the last match between the two teams end? Slavia 2-0 Sparta, 11/4/2021.
What time does the match start? Opening kick-off at 19:00.
What stadium will the match be played in? Generali Česká pojišťovna Aréna, Praha.
Where can I find the match at Betdoin? Full statistics can be found here.
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