UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round
Sparta Praha 2 - 1 FT Lyon
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
20' J. Brunes
M. Suchomel 45'
HT
63' M. Rynes (A. Irving)
66' A. Karabec
C. Tolisso (C. Tolisso) 67'
69' J. Mercado (M. Rynes)
75' ↓ A. Irving ↑S. Eneme
↓ M. Ouedraogo ↑E. Nuamah 76'
↓ M. de Carvalho ↑M. Fofana 76'
84' ↓ J. Alcocer ↑L. Haraslin
85' ↓ A. Karabec ↑H. Sochurek
85' ↓ J. Brunes ↑E. Singhateh
90'+2 ↓ J. Mercado ↑G. Kuol
90'+4 M. Rynes
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 
FRIENDLY FIRE
Own Goal
Mistake
Own Goal
Mistake
0
Fouls
5.9
Rating
Adam Ševinský
FRIENDLY FIRE
Pen Given
Mistake
Pen Given
Mistake
2
Fouls
6.5
Rating
Asger Sørensen 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
88%
Duel Win %
Matěj Ryneš 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Midfielders
Roman Macek 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Andy Irving 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.3
Rating
John Mercado 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7
Rating
Adam Karabec
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
Josimar Alcócer
LATE SHIFT
6
Late Mins
6
Late Mins
84
Total Mins
84
Entry
Forwards
Jonatan Braut Brunes
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
BENCH
Krisztián Hegyi 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Viktor Vitályos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jaroslav Zelený
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pavel Kadeřábek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Santiago Eneme
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Hugo Sochurek
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lukáš Haraslín
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Dominik Hollý
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ebrima Singhateh
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
8
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Garang Kuol
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joao Grimaldo
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Matyáš Vojta
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lyon
Goalkeepers
Dominik Greif
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Clinton Mata
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tanner Tessmann
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ruben Kluivert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Ainsley Maitland-Niles 
ARCHITECT
5
Key Passes
5
Key Passes
0
Assists
30%
Pass Acc
Tyler Morton
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Mathys de Carvalho
LATE SHIFT
14
Late Mins
14
Late Mins
75
Total Mins
76
Entry
Mohamed Ouédraogo 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Forwards
Abner Vinícius
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
26%
Pass Acc
Loïs Openda
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
4
Duels Won
1
Pens Won
Corentin Tolisso 
MAGNET
43
Activity
43
Activity
29
Passes
14
Duels
BENCH
Yvann Konan
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Rémy Descamps
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Steeve Kango
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noham Kamara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Orel Mangala
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Noah Nartey
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Malick Fofana
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ernest Nuamah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Julien Duranville
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kaïl Boudache
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rémi Himbert
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2021 | Lyon | 3 - 0 | Sparta Praha | UEFA Europa League | Groupama Stadium |
| 10/21/2021 | Sparta Praha | 3 - 4 | Lyon | UEFA Europa League | Generali Česká pojišťovna Arena |
11/04/2021
10/21/2021
Sparta Praha Win
Lyon Win
Draw
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Sparta Praha Shock Lyon in Qualifying Thriller
Worth Watching Futmetrix Score: 69/100. A chaotic second-half spell and a crucial penalty miss defined an unforgettable underdog triumph for the Czech side at Pragues Letna Hill.
Tense Opening Exchanges
The enormous Stakes of this UEFA Champions League qualifying round were evident from the moment the teams stepped out onto the pitch. Pushed on by a raucous home crowd at Pragues Letna Hill, Sparta Praha edged possession early on with 52 percent of the ball, dictating the tempo through composed buildup play. They thought they had struck the first psychological blow in the 20th minute when J. Brunes fired into the net, but the offside flag quickly muted the celebrations. Despite controlling the midfield and registering an impressive 87 percent passing accuracy, the hosts found themselves unexpectedly trailing. A bizarre own goal off M. Suchomel on the stroke of halftime handed the visitors a crucial lifeline against the run of play, setting the stage for a truly chaotic second half.
The Six-Minute Pivot
The Balance of this knockout tie was completely shattered during a breathtaking six-minute window that will go down in local folklore. Sensing the tie slipping away, the home side ramped up the pressure and finally found their equalizer in the 63rd minute. Matěj Ryneš sparked the incredible revival, latching onto a precise delivery from A. Irving to smash the ball home. The drama was far from over. Lyon were handed a golden opportunity to restore their advantage just four minutes later from the spot. However, C. Tolisso dragged his agonizing penalty kick away from the target. Capitalising on the French side's sheer despair, J. Mercado immediately struck at the other end, burying a clinical assist from Ryneš to turn the fixture entirely on its head.
Standing Firm
With their unlikely lead finally secured, the Czech side dropped deep into a remarkably resolute defensive block to protect their advantage. The Intensity soared as the desperate visitors launched wave after wave of attacks, generating a massive 15 total corners throughout the contest. Asger Sørensen proved absolutely immovable at the heart of the defence, earning thoroughly deserved man-of-the-match honours by neutralizing every aerial threat thrown his way. His crucial interceptions and organizing presence frustrated the attacking lines repeatedly. Holding their nerve against highly favoured opposition, the home side delivered a massive Upset Factor. This gutsy victory not only secures a famous result on the night but keeps their European knockout dreams fiercely alive heading into the next leg.
Key Questions
Was the penalty miss by Asger Sørensen the turning point?
No, Asger Sørensen was the standout defender for Sparta. It was Lyon's C. Tolisso who missed the critical penalty in the 67th minute.
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.
Heavy favorites head to Prague for qualification clash
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 72/100. An undeniable mismatch awaits in the Czech capital as a superior French side looks to end this qualifying tie before it really begins.
The Setup
On August 04, 2026, the epet ARENA hosts a crucial UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round fixture. Our verdict is clear: this is a mountain too steep for Sparta Praha to climb. They face a daunting test against Lyon, a squad bursting with superior attacking talent. While the overall Stars rating for this fixture remains modest across the board, the visitors boast undeniable quality in game-changers like Endrick, G. Mikautadze, and N. Nartey. The Stakes are massive for both clubs fighting for a place in the main competition, yet the hosts face an uphill battle. A very low Form rating suggests neither team is firing on all cylinders just yet, but the sheer gap in raw talent dictates the narrative today.
Key Battle
With no specific marquee names standing out for the home side, this clash boils down to a classic unit-versus-unit mismatch. The resilient but overmatched Czech defensive block must somehow contain a dynamic French attacking midfield. Despite a surprisingly robust Balance score hinting at potential home grit, the visiting frontline possesses too much pace and guile to be kept quiet for ninety minutes.
Our Prediction
We expect a comfortable away victory. The script suggests the visitors will monopolize possession from the opening whistle, patiently probing a deep defensive line before breaking the deadlock early in the second half. Once the first goal goes in, the floodgates could easily open.