UEFA Europa League Gameweek 2
Sparta Praha 1 - 1 FT Lillestrom
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Futmetrix Verdict
91
FT
Mon, Oct 26
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Fenerbahçe
⚡ Intensity
60
⚖️ Balance
32
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
0
Osimhen's brace settles the Istanbul derby
Futmetrix Verdict
100
FT
Sun, Oct 25
Barcelona
1-2
Real Madrid
⚡ Intensity
68
⚖️ Balance
42
🏆 Stakes
100
🎲 Upset
60
Mbappé breaks El Clásico late
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
18' Martin Suchomel
30' Ebrima Singhateh
45' ↓ Ebrima Singhateh ↑Josimar Alcocer
HT
56' Josimar Alcocer (Jonatan Braut Brunes)
61' ↓ Martin Suchomel ↑Ki-Jana Hoever
61' ↓ Sivert Heggheim Mannsverk ↑Roman Macek
61' ↓ Matej Jurasek ↑John Mercado
↓ Fredrik Gulbrandsen ↑Thomas Lehne Olsen 65'
↓ Daniel Bassi ↑Eric Kitolano 65'
↓ Gustav Kjolstad Nyheim ↑Henrik Molvaer Melland 70'
↓ Felix Vá ↑Gustav Nordh 73'
↓ Winston Robin Yaw Paintsil ↑Frederik Elkaer 73'
77' Roman Macek
85' ↓ Andy Irving ↑Santiago Eneme
Thomas Lehne Olsen (Gustav Nordh) 90'+1
Henrik Molvaer Melland 90'+3
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Sparta Praha
Goalkeepers
Jakub Surovčík 
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Martin Suchomel 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Adam Sevinsky
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Tobias Guddal
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Viktor Vitalyos 
DRIBBLER
3
Dribbles
3
Dribbles
3
Attempts
100%
Success %
Midfielders
H. Sochurek 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
25%
Pass Acc
Sivert Mannsverk 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Andy Irving
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Forwards
Matěj Jurásek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
61
Total Mins
61
Entry
Jonatan Braut Brunes 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
2
Key Passes
7.7
Rating
Ebrima Singhateh
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
BENCH
Krisztián Hegyi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Jaroslav Zelený
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ki-Jana Hoever
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pavel Kadeřábek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jakub Martinec
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Patrik Vydra
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago Eneme
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Roman Macek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joao Grimaldo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Josimar Alcocer 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
8
Rating
John Mercado
DRIBBLER
5
Dribbles
5
Dribbles
7
Attempts
71%
Success %
Matyáš Vojta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lillestrom
Goalkeepers
Pontus Dahlberg 
OCTOPUS
6
Saves
6
Saves
0
Conceded
100%
Save %
Defenders
Lars Ranger 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
4
Tackles
69%
Duel Win %
Ruben Gabrielsen
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
83%
Duel Win %
Stian Kristiansen
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
70%
Duel Win %
Winston Paintsil
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
70%
Duel Win %
Midfielders
Ylldren Ibrahimaj
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Filip Ottosson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Nyheim
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
Forwards
Daniel Bassi
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Fredrik Gulbrandsen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
65
Total Mins
65
Entry
Vá
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
73
Total Mins
73
Entry
BENCH
Stefan Hagerup
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sturla Ottesen
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sander Moen Foss
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Frederik Elkaer
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Karl Alperud
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Eric Kitolano
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
25
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Henrik Melland
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
20
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin Krygård
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gustav Nordh
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.8
Rating
Thomas Lehne Olsen 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
8.2
Rating
League Standings
P: 2 GD: +6
P: 2 GD: +4
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +3
P: 2 GD: +2
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: 0
P: 2 GD: -3
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -1
P: 2 GD: -5
P: 2 GD: -5
League Standings
P: 3 GD: +8
P: 3 GD: +8
P: 3 GD: +7
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +7
P: 3 GD: +6
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: +4
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: +5
P: 3 GD: +3
P: 3 GD: +2
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: +1
P: 3 GD: 0
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -1
P: 3 GD: -2
P: 3 GD: -3
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -7
P: 3 GD: -8
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -5
P: 3 GD: -6
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Sparta Praha
Lillestrom
Sparta Praha
Lillestrom
Win Probability
Futmetrix AI estimate
A Tale of Two Benches at Stadion Letná
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 68/100. A cagey tactical affair exploded into life thanks to a masterclass in substitutions, proving that European nights are never truly over until the final whistle.
The Cautious Opening
Stadion Letná hosted a tactical deadlock for the first 45 minutes as both sides refused to blink. Sparta Praha edged possession, stringing together precise passing sequences in the middle of the park, but struggled to break down a resolute Norwegian defensive block. The Intensity was simmering beneath the surface rather than boiling over, with the hosts restricted to half-chances despite firing 15 total shots throughout the evening. Lillestrom were happy to absorb the pressure, sitting deep and looking for transitional moments that rarely materialized in the opening half. The high Stakes of the Europa League league stage clearly weighed on both managers, resulting in a first period that resembled a cautious game of chess.
The Home Breakthrough
The complexion of the match shifted entirely following the halftime interval. The introduction of Josimar Alcocer injected a much-needed spark into the hosts' attack. The breakthrough finally arrived in the 56th minute to relieve the mounting tension. Jonatan Braut Brunes carved open the visitors' backline with a precise ball, allowing Alcocer to finish with clinical precision. This substitution completely disrupted the defensive Balance Lillestrom had worked so hard to establish. With Sparta leading and the home crowd finding their voice, the away side was forced to abandon their conservative approach and commit bodies forward, opening up the midfield battle entirely.
The Norwegian Sting
Just as the home faithful began celebrating three points, European football delivered its trademark cruelty. The visitors' bench provided their own heroic response. Substitutes Gustav Nordh and Thomas Lehne Olsen combined perfectly in the 90th minute to silence the Czech capital. Nordh's delivery found Olsen, who buried the dramatic equalizer, elevating the Upset Factor to the absolute maximum. Sparta will bitterly regret failing to convert their statistical superiority into a wider margin. Ultimately, this 1-1 draw leaves the hosts kicking themselves for dropped points, while Lillestrom travel back to Norway with a precious, hard-earned reward.
Key Questions
Did Sparta Praha deserve the late equalizer?
Sparta dominated the statistics, but their failure to kill the game off with a second goal left them vulnerable to Lillestrom's clinical 90th-minute punishment.
How did substitute T. Lehne Olsen change the game?
Coming off the bench in the 65th minute, Olsen delivered a massive impact by scoring the decisive 90th-minute equalizer, rescuing a vital point for his side.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Sparta Praha Poised to Dominate Outmatched Lillestrom
Skip It Futmetrix Score: 23/100. This one-sided clash offers the Czech giants a golden opportunity to solidify their place in the top eight, while the visitors arrive simply trying to stop the bleeding.
The Setup
Sparta Praha are flying high in third place after a ruthless opening victory. A soaring Form rating confirms they are a well-oiled machine right now. On the other side, Lillestrom sit in 23rd, dangerously close to dropping below the top-24 playoff line following a narrow early defeat. The overall Stakes feel somewhat muted for neutral fans, largely because the competitive Balance tilts so heavily towards the home side at epet ARENA. A noticeable lack of household Stars might put off casual viewers, but local fans know this is a crucial stepping stone for direct knockout progression.
Key Battle
The defining conflict will be Sparta Praha's relentless attacking unit against Lillestrom's fragile backline. The hosts will aim to dictate the tempo from the first whistle, meaning the away defense must absorb wave after wave of heavy pressure to avoid an early collapse.
Our Prediction
A comfortable Sparta Praha victory. Expect the home side to overwhelm Lillestrom in the first half, secure a two-goal cushion, and cruise through the final stages as the visitors struggle to mount any sustained counter-attacks.