LiontipsSparta Prague vs Lyon. Predictions and Betting Tips for UEFA Europa League
Command Analysis
Sparta started the tournament with an away draw against Brondby (0:0), then recorded a home victory over Rangers (1:0), which brought them four points and a 2nd spot in the standings. Czech club is yet to concede a goal in the Europa League.
After 11 rounds of Czech league Pavel Vrba's men have eight victories and two draws, which brought them 26 points and a 2nd spot. They are only four points adrift from first-placed Viktoria. In the most recent game Sparta recorded a victory over Pardubice (4:2).
Krejci, Soucek, Hojer and Julis are on team's injuried list.
Lyon recorded two victories in two matches - over Rangers (2:0) and Brondby (3:0). As for Ligue 1, Kids have four victories and four draws, which brought them 16 points and a 6th spot in the standings.
After two consecutive draws Olympique recorded a victory over Monaco (2:0). Team has the worst defensive record among the Top 4 teams of Ligue 1.
Pintor, Dembele, Reine and Slimani won't play in the match.
Trends
СтавкаCorners: total over 9,5
This bet won in 2 out of 5 most recent matches of the hosts
СтавкаYellow cards: total over 3,5
This bet won in three most recent matches of the visitors
СтавкаGoals in both halves - yes
In 2 out of 3 most recent matches of the visitors goals were scored in both halves
Tip and bets
Sparta performs well in domestic league, but it is not easy for them to pick up points in the Europa League. Visitors are a clear favourite of the match, so we think that they will pick up three points due to class of their players and their experience.
Our prediction - Lyon to win
We are not expecting many goals in this match. French club concedes many goals, Prague side is looking well on defense. We are expecting no more than one or two goals in this game.
Our second bet is on total under 2,5 goals
