Sparta Prague vs Atletico Madrid Prediction 26.11.2024 | Champions League
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- Competition: Champions League
- Date: 26.11.2024
- Kickoff: 17:45 UK / 18:45 CEST
- Venue: epet ARENA (Prague)
Sparta Prague, the Czech Republic's sole representative in the Champions League, has collected 4 points in this elite competition and has made quite a good impression so far. However, they've failed to secure a victory in their last 4 national league matches, which has led to a significant 14-point gap behind Slavia Prague. In their latest league fixture, they drew 1-1 at home against Teplice.
Atletico Madrid has been in superb form over the past few weeks, winning their last 5 matches. However, their Champions League campaign hasn't been quite as successful. Nevertheless, their away victory against PSG served as good compensation for their losses against Lille and Benfica. Atletico Madrid currently sits in 3rd place in LaLiga, behind Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Sparta Prague vs Atletico Madrid pick: UNDER 2.5 GOALS
Sparta struggling for goals at home lately, now facing one of Europe's most organized defensive units. Atletico Madrid under Simeone traditionally play a controlled, possession-based game with strong emphasis on defensive stability. After their recent minimal win against Mallorca, expect similar tactical approach here - tight defense, controlled possession, looking to secure a result even if it's just by one goal. Under 2.5 Goals looks like the smart play here. Both teams' recent form and tactical approach suggest a low-scoring affair.
Sparta Prague team news
The hosts are dealing with a lengthy injury list ahead of this crucial Champions League clash. Five players are definitely ruled out, including key man Birmancevic with a groin issue, while both Garcia and Preciado are sidelined with knee problems. Cobbaut is nursing a hamstring injury, and Zeleny will also miss the match. Additionally, both Haraslin and Krasniqi remain questionable and will face late fitness tests before the game.
Last matches of
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Sparta Prague
1 : 1
Teplice
Chance Liga
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Mlada Boleslav
2 : 2
Sparta Prague
Chance Liga
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Sparta Prague
1 : 2
Brest
Champions League
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Sparta Prague
1 : 3
Banik Ostrava
Chance Liga
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Sparta Prague
4 : 0
Zbrojovka Brno
Czech Cup
lineup
Goalkeeper
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1
Peter Vindahl Jensen
Defenders
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25
Asger Sorensen
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27
Filip Panak
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41
Martin Vitik
Midfielders
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32
Matej Rynes
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20
Qazim Laci
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6
Kaan Kairinen
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28
Tomas Wiesner
Forwards
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10
Albion Rrahmani
-
7
Victor Olatunji
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21
Jakub Pesek
Atletico Madrid team news
The visitors are in much better shape regarding injuries, with only Molina confirmed to miss this Champions League fixture. The only other concern is Le Normand, who is questionable due to a head injury and will need to be assessed before kickoff.
Last matches of
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Atletico Madrid
2 : 1
Alaves
La Liga
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Mallorca
0 : 1
Atletico Madrid
La Liga
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PSG
1 : 2
Atletico Madrid
Champions League
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Atletico Madrid
2 : 0
Las Palmas
La Liga
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Vic
0 : 2
Atletico Madrid
Copa Del Rey
lineup
Goalkeeper
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13
Jan Oblak
Defenders
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14
Marcos Llorente
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24
Robin Le Normand
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15
Clement Lenglet
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12
Samuel Dias Lino
Midfielders
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17
Rodrigo Riquelme
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6
Koke
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8
Pablo Barrios
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22
Giuliano Simeone
Forwards
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19
Julian Alvarez
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7
Antoine Griezzmann
Sparta Prague vs Atletico Madrid key betting facts
- Sparta Prague have won just once in their last 7 matches in all competitions
- Atletico Madrid have won their last 5 matches
- The gap between these two teams in the Champions League table is just 2 points
Main prediction -
Under 2.5 goals
Best Odds:
22Bet
2.02
Additional predictions
& current standing in Champions League
| League Stage | P | W | D | L |
G - A
|
GD | Pts | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Liverpool | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 10 - 1 | +9 | 12 |
| 2 | Sporting CP | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9 - 2 | +7 | 10 |
| 3 | Monaco | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 10 - 4 | +6 | 10 |
| 4 | Brest | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 9 - 3 | +6 | 10 |
| 5 | Inter | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 6 - 0 | +6 | 10 |
| 6 | FC Barcelona | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 15 - 5 | +10 | 9 |
| 7 | Borussia Dortmund | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 13 - 6 | +7 | 9 |
| 8 | Aston Villa | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 6 - 1 | +5 | 9 |
| 9 | Atalanta | 4 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 5 - 0 | +5 | 8 |
| 10 | Manchester City | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 - 4 | +6 | 7 |
| 11 | Juventus | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 7 |
| 12 | Arsenal | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 3 - 1 | +2 | 7 |
| 13 | Bayer 04 Leverkusen | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 6 - 5 | +1 | 7 |
| 14 | LOSC Lille | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 5 - 4 | +1 | 7 |
| 15 | Celtic | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 9 - 9 | 0 | 7 |
| 16 | Dinamo Zagreb | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 10 - 12 | -2 | 7 |
| 17 | FC Bayern München | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 11 - 7 | +4 | 6 |
| 18 | Real Madrid | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 9 - 7 | +2 | 6 |
| 19 | Benfica | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 6 |
| 20 | Milan | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 6 | +1 | 6 |
| 21 | Feyenoord | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 7 - 10 | -3 | 6 |
| 22 | Club Brugge | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 - 6 | -3 | 6 |
| 23 | Atlético Madrid | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 5 - 9 | -4 | 6 |
| 24 | PSV | 4 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 7 - 5 | +2 | 5 |
| 25 | Paris Saint Germain | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 - 5 | -2 | 4 |
| 26 | Sparta Praha | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 5 - 8 | -3 | 4 |
| 27 | VfB Stuttgart | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 - 6 | -3 | 4 |
| 28 | Shakhtar Donetsk | 4 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 - 5 | -3 | 4 |
| 29 | Girona | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 - 8 | -4 | 3 |
| 30 | Salzburg | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 3 - 10 | -7 | 3 |
| 31 | Bologna | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0 - 5 | -5 | 1 |
| 32 | RB Leipzig | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 - 9 | -5 | 0 |
| 33 | Sturm Graz | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 - 6 | -5 | 0 |
| 34 | Young Boys | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 1 - 11 | -10 | 0 |
| 35 | Crvena Zvezda | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 4 - 16 | -12 | 0 |
| 36 | Slovan Bratislava | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2 - 15 | -13 | 0 |