UEL: Liverpool vs Sparta Praha: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Published at :March 12, 2024 at 2:32 PM

Modified at :March 12, 2024 at 2:32 PM

The Reds host The Iron Sparta at Anfield in this second leg of the Europa League competition!

The Liverpool versus Sparta Praha fixture promises an intriguing clash of styles. The first leg ended up in a 1-5 victory for Liverpool away from home. This time, they host the Sparta Praha at Anfield.

It may be a case that Liverpool’s dynamic players may find it difficult to overcome Sparta Praha’s disciplined style and solid defence. The game is expected to provide a thrilling football spectacle & can be one-sided, thereby displaying the skill and tactical awareness of both teams as they strive for victory.

Kick-off

Friday, 15 March 2024 at 01:30 AM IST

Location: Anfield

Form

Liverpool (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-D

Sparta Praha (in all competitions): W-W-D-L-L

Players to watch out

Mohamad Salah (Liverpool)

Salah doesn’t require any formal introduction. He is a formidable player returning back from injury. His class was seen in the second half this weekend against Man City. He is a continual danger to opposing defences because of his ability to score important goals and cut inside from the right wing. The combination of Salah’s individual skill and teamwork often proves to be crucial in Liverpool’s attacking pursuits.

Lukas Haraslin (Sparta Praha)

One player to keep an eye on versus Liverpool is Haraslin. He can play as a winger or attacking midfielder; his ability to dribble and his eye for goal make him an important element of Sparta Praha’s attacking tactics. He is a player to watch out for on the pitch because of his ability to find space and deliver dangerous crosses that can breach defences and open up scoring opportunities for his team.

Match facts:

This will be Liverpool’s third European encounter ever against a Czech team.
In the UEFA Europa League, Liverpool have won all eight of their previous home matches, including all three this season.
In their last 21 away games across all European competitions, Sparta Prague have suffered 17 defeats.
The only victory Sparta Prague had in their previous eleven trips to English clubs in European football came against Watford in the round of 16 of the UEFA Cup in 1983–84.

Injury & team news for Liverpool vs Sparta Praha

While Liverpool doesn’t have any new injuries, there are still many old ones, but not to worry keeping in mind The Reds are at advantage. Bajcetic is still out, as are Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Gravenberch, Jones, Jota, Matip, and Thiago. Salah, who impressed against Man City in the second half, might get the start. Sparta’s injury concerns are minimal heading into their match against Liverpool at Anfield. Both Pesek and Pavelka in the midfield are out of the game.

Head-to-Head

Total Matches – 3

Liverpool – 2

Sparta Praha – 0

Draw – 1

Predicted Lineup for Liverpool vs Sparta Praha

Liverpool predicted lineup

Kelleher; Robertson, Van Dijk, Quansah, Bradley; Mac Allister, McConnell, Clark; Salah, Nunez, Diaz

Sparta Praha predicted lineup

Jensen; Vitik, Panak, Krejci; Preciado, Kairinen, Laci, Rynes; Birmancevic, Kuchta, Haraslin

Match Prediction for Liverpool vs Sparta Praha

With Liverpool’s strong attacking team taking on Sparta Praha’s solid defence, the match is sure to be exciting. Sparta Praha’s toughness and tactical discipline could be a test, but Liverpool’s home advantage and broader squad may give them the lead. In the end, Liverpool will surely be qualifying to the next round thanks to a convincing 1-5 win in the reverse fixture in Czech Republic.

Prediction: Liverpool 3-0 Sparta Praha

Telecast

India- Sony Sports Network

UK– TNT Sports

USA– Paramount+

Nigeria – SuperSport

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