Sparta Praha vs Atletico Madrid Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds

With a win, the hosts can leapfrog the Spanish giants.

Atlético Madrid will take only their third trip to the Czech Republic to face off against Sparta Prague in their latest UEFA Champions League (UCL) outing. Diego Simeone’s men come into this game on the back of five back-to-back wins across all competitions, including a 2-1 triumph over PSG in the Champions League. The Red Whites will count upon their rich experience in the competition and their superior run of form against the Czech teams.

Sparta Praha on the other hand have been one of the most underperforming sides in the competition this season. They started their campaign on the front foot with a win against RB Salzburg, but have failed to build upon their good start. The Maroons are winless in their last three outings in Europe, including two back-to-back defeats coming into this fixture.

Kick Off

Tuesday, November 26, 11:15 PM IST

Venue: epet ARENA

Form

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

Atlético Madrid (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-W

Players to watch 

Lukáš Haraslín (Sparta Prague)

The Slovakian winger is one of the best players in Sparta Prague’s current setup. He is a versatile forward who is capable of playing on either wing and also as an attacking midfielder. He is known for his unique dribbling skills alongside his creativity and pace.

His explosive movements on the pitch are well complemented by his pin-point passing and crossing. Haraslin has eleven goal contributions for both club and country this season.

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— AC Sparta Praha (@ACSparta_CZ) November 23, 2024

Antoine Griezmann (Atlético Madrid)

The French international has been one of Atletico Madrid’s most influential players for quite some time now. In fact, Griezmann has established himself as one of the greatest players in the history of the club, thanks to his both on and off-the-field moves. The 33-year-old is known for his vision, ball distribution and creative abilities.

He can split defences into two halves and create goal-scoring chances for his teammates. Griezmann has five goals and six assists to his name this season.

61 G/A in the last 3 LaLiga seasons 🐐 pic.twitter.com/KKIzz7U6x5

— Atlético de Madrid (@atletienglish) November 23, 2024

Match facts

• This will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides
• Sparta Prague have lost all four of their previous UCL games against Spanish opponents
• Atlético Madrid will play an away game in Czechia for the first time since 2012

Sparta Prague vs Atlético Madrid: Betting tips and Odds

• Tip 1: Atlético Madrid to win – 4/6 by Betfair
• Tip 2: Julian Alvarez to score anytime – 6/5 by BETFRED
• Tip 3: Atlético to win to nil – 9/5 by BETVICTOR

Injury & Team News

The home team are expected to have a fully fit squad available for selection. Meanwhile, Atlético Madrid will miss Thomas Lemar and Nahuel Molina.

Head-to-head

Both sides have never faced each other.

Predicted Line-up 

Sparta Prague (3-4-3):

Vindahl (GK); Vitik, Panak, Zeleny; Preciado, Kairinen, Laci, Wiesner; Birmancevic, Rrahmani, Haraslin

Atlético Madrid (4-4-2)

Oblak (GK); Azpilicueta, Gimenez, Lenglet, Reinildo; Simeone, Koke, Barrios, Riquelme; Griezmann, Alvarez

Prediction for Sparta Prague vs Atlético Madrid

Atlético Madrid have an upper hand coming into this fixture. They have won all of their last five games and are flying high on confidence. Therefore, we expect them to come out on top in this fixture.

Prediction: Sparta Prague 0-4 Atlético Madrid

Telecast for Sparta Prague vs Atlético Madrid

India – Sony Sports Network, SonyLiv

UK – Amazon Prime Video, Discovery+

US – Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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