Match Sparta – Steaua
The qualifying round of the 2016-2017 Champions League will take place on 07/26/2016, starting at 21:00 (Moscow time).
Sparta start their journey in the Champions League qualification. Zdenek Šchastny's team has not yet played in official matches, so it's hard to say what form it is in. The club from the Czech Republic is a stable participant in the Champions League and Europa League, i.е. regularly passes qualification rounds. In the last championship of the Czech Republic, Sparta took second place, losing the championship to Victoria Plzen. It is important to note that the club from Prague lost only once at home. In the other fourteen matches, Shchastny's wards invariably won, while scoring a lot and missing few.
As for Steaua, he took second place in the last championship. Laurenciu Regekampf's team is also on this moment has not played in official matches, and last season's figures show that the club from Bucharest is somewhat unstable and far from its best form. At the same time, in the part of the championship, where the participants in European competitions were determined, Steaua showed himself noticeably better, and in away matches for this segment he generally has the first result. In general, the Romanian club should not be written off.
In the reporting game, the home team is seen as the favorite. They are a more well-played stable and cool team. The Czech Republic is stronger than the Romanian. Along with this, all these factors will play only if Sparta has retained all the advantages of last season and is in good physical condition. In any case, the home team should definitely score in front of their own stands.
Prediction for the Champions League match Sparta – Steaua: Sparta will score.
Romanian Steaua in the second leg of the 3rd round of the Champions League qualification on August 3 at home takes Sparta from Prague. the site wants to note that in the first duel the rivals parted with each other in a 1-1 world.
Note that Steaua has three victories and two draws in his last five matches, while Sparta has only one victory, two peaceful outcomes and two defeats.
In the first meeting, the teams showed double-edged football, and a draw was a completely natural outcome. In the first half, Sparta played more actively, which turned into scored ball Shuralom in the 35th minute. After the break, the Prague team gave up the initiative, for which in the end they paid the price. Stanciu in the 75th minute in the composition of Steaua was marked by an accurate blow.
It should be noted that the day before both opponents started in their championships. Sparta beat Slovacko 3-2 at home. Steaua defeated Viitorul 3-1 on the road without any problems, tipping the scales in her favor in the second half. In addition, the team had a little earlier the final of the Romanian League Cup with Concordia Chiajna, in which Steaua, having finished the regular time with the world 1-1, eventually managed to finish the opponent and win the trophy.
Live online broadcast of the match Steaua – Sparta Prague
Match odds Steaua – Sparta Prague
Steaua - 2.57-2.64,
Sparta Prague - 2.72-2.78,
Draw - 3.25-3.35.
Match odds Steaua - Sparta Prague:
Steaua will not lose - 1.43-1.47,
12 – 1,32-1,35,
Sparta Prague will not yield - 1.47-1.53.
Match performance odds:
2.17-2.24 - over 2.5;
1.65-1.7 - under 2.5.
Prediction for the match Steaua – Sparta Prague
You should also expect a lot of dangerous moments from the second leg. So the site makes a prediction for the match Steaua - Sparta Prague: the total number of goals scored is more than two.
We also note that the rivals are equal in strength, and here it is worth betting that Sparta will not yield. We also advise a bet on the fact that the team from Prague will score. After all, Steaua does not differ in reliable actions in defense, and before that she conceded in four meetings in a row.
the site tells about the pre-match handouts for the second leg of the third qualifying round of the Champions League.
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This pair is of considerable interest to third-party and neutral fans. Both teams once experienced periods of prosperity, which allowed them to leave their mark on history. The opponents deserve to represent their country not only in qualifying, but also in the group stage of the Champions League. Unfortunately, some of them are not destined to break even into the playoffs of the qualification.
The first match took place in Prague and ended in a draw. First, Yosef Shural opened the scoring in the 35th minute, giving a storm of positive emotions to local fans. Then Nicolae Stanciu restored the balance in the 75th minute. It is worth noting that that fight was very rough - the score yellow cards: 4:5. Apparently, the return game will also not please with hospitality from the hosts and kindness from the guests.
If we take into account last season, then "" showed itself in all its glory. But "" remained in the shadows, without showing anything outstanding. Therefore, initially, many believed that in a two-round confrontation, Praguers had more chances of success. But after the first match, the picture changed somewhat, as the guests managed to score a goal, keeping a draw.
"Sparta" in the Czech Republic is very popular. The team has many fans. Thanks to this, a good result was shown in the Europa League. It's time to show your strength in a more prestigious tournament. You do not need to take into account friendly matches to draw a final conclusion about the strength of opponents. Still, they were held against the backdrop of training and are unlikely to show their full potential.
Team news
Steaua finished last season in the third qualifying round of the Champions League, losing to Partizan 3-5 on aggregate. At that time, the team entered the fight for the group stage from the second round. Serious resistance from Trencin was immediately met. By the sum of two games the victory was 4:3. The current qualification for the club starts from the third round. It seems that the team is recognizable in Europe, but every time it appears as a dark horse, from which you can expect anything. Now you can evaluate the form of “Steaua” only by freight trains, but the first meeting between rivals. As for friendly matches, there were 4 of them. In addition, a match for the Romanian Super Cup was held. In it, the club beat "Concordia" with a score of 2:1 in additional time. And here are the results of friendly matches: NEC - 1:0, Charleroi - 3:0, Wings of the Soviets - 1:0, PAOK - 4:3. That is, "Steaua" does not yet know the bitterness of defeat. However, there is a small minus - two players are injured: Lucian Philip, Sally Muniru (both midfielders).
Sparta Prague
“Sparta” made a lot of noise in the last European Cup season. The team started the Champions League qualification from the third round, where they almost sent CSKA Moscow home. The Czechs had a great opportunity to go further, but luck helped Slutsky's wards overcome the barrier. Then the matches ended with the score 2:2 and 2:3. At the same time, in the Czech Republic, the hosts were leading with a score of 2:0, but could not keep the advantage, losing 2:3. But in the Europa League, the Praguers reached the ¼ finals, where they were stopped by Villarreal. As for the championship of the Czech Republic, it has not started yet. For this reason, you should look at how the team performed in friendly games. In total, five matches were held at the training camp, in which 1 victory was won and 3 losses were recorded. Here are the opponents the Praguers had to fight with: Fenerbahce - 0:0, Rubin - 0:2, Young Boys - 1:2, Trencin - 1:3, Ceske Budejovice - 2:1. All base players are in perfect order.
Key Players
Boyan Golubovich
Golubović is a Steaua newcomer who aims to strengthen the offensive line. He will be entrusted with the leader's function, as the striker has many bright seasons behind him. He is already 32 years old, which allows us to speak about the presence of experience. Previously, he played for KSMS, where he especially played out at the end of the season, regularly scoring goals. So far, he has not scored for his new club, but he gets the opportunity to play from the first minutes. The head coach released him from the very beginning and did not change him at the end of the first fight. Golubovich's high stature may help in future game, as his teammates often play set pieces on horseback. It is likely that he will become the author of an important goal that will allow him to go further.
David Lafata
Everyone in the Czech Republic knows David Lafatu. He is a player of the national team, with which he tried to show the result at the last Euro. This time it did not work out, no matter how hard the football player and his partners tried. Now it remains to hope for a successful season in the domestic championship and passage to the group stage of the Champions League. While he lacks good conditions, which gradually return after a pause. He played all 90 minutes in a duel against Steaua, threatened the opponent's goal several times, but this did not turn into goals. Surely it will come out from the first minutes this time. The footballer is 34 years old. A rich experience of playing at the highest level should help to prove useful for your club.
Mario Holek
If you look at the starting lineup of “Sparta”, you can highlight a lot of players with rich experience. These include Mario Holek. He will turn 30 in October, which is the age for a defender when his talent is fully revealed. The football player constantly enters the field, almost always finishes matches without substitutions. Looks great in the central zone of protection, not allowing the opponent to approach the goal or hit unhindered from afar. He enjoys prestige among his colleagues, as he proves a high level of professionalism on the field. It works well during set pieces, using its jumping ability and high growth. Must be in the starting lineup.
Estimated compositions
Nice
Momcilovic
Toshka
Tamas
Aldea
Aganovich
Pintilius
Muniru
Booty
Stanchu
Golubovich
Bichik
Kholek
Brabets
Kadlec
Frydek
Dochkal
Matejovski
Conate
1.73
Forecast
Sparta conceded one goal at home. She needs to score in order to have a chance to advance to the next stage. To do this, you will have to think more about attack than defense. As shown by friendly games, the team is not in the best condition. If the meeting had taken place a month later, then the Praguers would have had much more chances to win. In the current situation, anything can happen.
Steaua achieved an acceptable result for themselves a week earlier and can afford to play by the score. However, sometimes this leads to disastrous results. If the opponent plays on emotions, catches courage, then no tactical formations in defense will help. Still, you will have to try not to snuggle up to your goal, forgetting about the first match.
In terms of composition and experience, the guests look more interesting, but they have not yet rolled into the season, have not played. On the other hand, maybe this match will be the starting point for new achievements. There are many experienced players in the team who will not flinch and are able to lead the rest.
There are all the prerequisites for what awaits us interesting game. You can count on an abundance of attacks, dangerous moments. It may well be that the score this time will be a draw.
Details07/26/16 at 21:00 Moscow time in Prague will take place the first match in the 3rd qualifying round of the Champions League, the local Sparta will host Steaua. The vice-champion of the Czech Republic against the vice-champion of Romania, probably the Praguers can be considered the favorite of this confrontation, because last season was more than successful for the Czech club, they reached 1/4 of the Europa League, such an achievement for the Czech club can be considered quite good. Sparta will naturally win? Or will the match end with Steaua winning?
About Sparta.
Czech Sparta made quite a stir in the Eurocups last season, Prague started qualifying for the Champions League also from the 3rd round and almost kicked out CSKA Moscow, at least the Czechs had such an opportunity, the matches were remembered very stubbornly. According to the sum of two meetings (4-5), (2-2 and 2-3), and in the Czech Republic, Sparta led the wards of Leonid Slutsky (2-0), eventually lost (2-3). The Praguers really showed themselves and found their game in the Europa League, Sparta managed to reach 1/4, where Spanish Villarreal stopped the Czech club.
The championship in the Czech Republic, of course, has not yet started, so you can be guided by purely friendly matches. At the training camp, Sparta played 5 games, the results are as follows (1 win, 1 draw, 3 defeats). Perhaps there were no easy opponents: Fenerbahce 0-0, Rubin 0-2, Young Boys 1-2, Trencin 1-3, Ceske Budejovice 2-1, but I think we could have played better.
Oh Steaua.
Steaua, like Sparta last season, finished her performance in the Champions League in the 3rd qualifying round, lost to Partizan on aggregate (3-5), Steaua had to start her journey from the 2nd round, and there was also a difficult confrontation with Trencin on aggregate (4-3).
Steaua will immediately start the current qualification from the 3rd round, the team is quite well-known in Europe, but every year is, in fact, a dark horse, from which it is absolutely unknown what to expect.
Steaua's form can also be assessed purely on the basis of friendly matches, only 4 of them were played, the Romanian Super Cup was also played, in which Steaua managed to win 2-1 in the extra. time over Concordia. Friendly games, opponents and results: NEC 1-0, Charleroi 3-0, Krylia Sovetov 1-0, PAOK 4-3, i.e. 4 matches, 4 wins.
Injured: Lucian Filip, Sally Muniru (both midfielders).
Face-to-face meetings:
02/06/15Steaua - Sparta Prague3:0 (1:0).
Bookmaker quotes:
Sparta victory - 1.82
Steaua win - 4.85
Draw - 3.70
Prediction for the match Sparta – Steaua:
Sparta showed itself well last season, when Steaua remained in the shadows, this season each club starts everything from scratch, both have specific tasks and both clubs will try to solve them for the benefit of their leadership.
In the Czech Republic, Sparta is always very cheerfully supported, I consider this factor one of the key ones, they showed themselves in the Europa League, it's time to show themselves to Prague in the Champions League. I don’t seriously consider friendly matches, but Steaua, unlike Sparta, had one official match, but still I didn’t dare to take them here without losing.