Sparta Prague and Atletico Madrid are both battling for spots in the knockout-phase playoffs. While Sparta’s current position is in line with expectations, Atletico’s struggles have been a bit more surprising. However, there are still enough games left for both teams to improve their fortunes.
Sparta Prague Team News
Sparta Prague’s recent form suggests they are going through a tough patch. The Czech side has won just 1 of their last 7 competitive matches, with that sole victory coming against Brno in the Czech Cup. This means Sparta haven’t won any of their last 4 league games and has failed to secure a victory in their last 3 Champions League matches. Their campaign started brightly with a 3-0 home win against Red Bull Salzburg, but their subsequent results have been disappointing. On a positive note, Sparta have scored in all their home Champions League games. They’ve also managed to both score and concede in 5 of their last 6 competitive home fixtures.
Atletico Madrid Team News
Atletico Madrid made their match against Deportivo Alaves more difficult than it needed to be, trailing 0-1 at halftime. However, Diego Simeone’s men mounted a late comeback to secure a 3-point win. That victory marked their 5th consecutive win, giving them confidence ahead of their trip to the Czech Republic. One key stat to note: Atletico have earned the most points (6) from losing positions this season, including come-from-behind wins against RB Leipzig and PSG. Despite this resilience, Atletico’s defence has been leaky, as they have failed to keep a clean sheet in any of their Champions League games so far.
Head-to-Head-Games
There are no H2H statistics to be mentioned for the game between Sparta Prague and Atletico Madrid. This will be the first time these two sides meet in an official capacity.
Sparta Prague – Atletico Madrid Betting Prediction
For this matchup, my prediction is for both teams to score. Sparta have been consistently scoring at home, both in domestic competitions and the Champions League. On the other hand, Atletico have shown a tendency to concede goals in all their tournament matches. Despite this, Atletico’s ability to bounce back from losing positions could see them concede and then make a comeback, as they have done in previous games. Therefore, I expect both teams to score, with Atletico likely securing a win after a tough battle.
Betting Tip: Both Teams To Score: Yes
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Odds: 1.90
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