Match report
Sparta Praha Defeats Aris 3-2 in Europa League Clash
Sparta Praha
3–2
FT
Aris
Sep 21, 2023
Sparta Praha secured their place in the group stages of the UEFA Europa League after defeating Aris 3–2. The match was characterized by early drama and relentless pursuit from both sides, with Ladislav Krejčí leading the charge for Sparta Praha.
Key Facts
- • Sparta Praha secured a crucial victory against Aris in the UEFA Europa League.
- • Ladislav Krejčí scored two goals, including one assist from K. Kairinen, to lead Sparta Praha’s attack.
- • Aris took an early 1-0 lead through Alex Kokorin's penalty at the 11th minute.
- • Sparta Praha made several substitutions throughout the match, with notable changes including Martin Vitík scoring a crucial goal in the 67th minute and V. Olatunji coming on as a substitute.
Lineups
Sparta Praha
Formation: 3-4-2-1
Starting XI
- 1 P. Vindahl (G)
- 41 M. Vitík (D)
- 25 A. Sørensen (D)
- 37 L. Krejčí (D)
- 2 Á. Preciado (M)
- 20 Q. Laçi (M)
- 6 K. Kairinen (M)
- 30 J. Zelený (M)
- 9 J. Kuchta (F)
- 22 L. Haraslín (F)
- 7 V. Olatunji (F)
Substitutes
- 18 L. Sadílek
- 10 A. Karabec
- 14 V. Birmančević
- 39 V. Sejk
- 8 D. Pavelka
- 21 J. Pešek
- 26 P. Vydra
- 32 M. Ryneš
- 27 F. Panák
- 24 V. Vorel
- 5 J. Gomez
- 19 J. Mejdr
Aris
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 Vaná (G)
- 6 E. Boakye (D)
- 31 F. Brorsson (D)
- 72 S. Urošević (D)
- 3 Caju (D)
- 37 J. Szöke (M)
- 23 K. Struski (M)
- 21 M. Mayambela (M)
- 9 A. Kokorin (M)
- 7 L. Bengtsson (M)
- 14 Y. Gomis (F)
Substitutes
- 80 S. Babicka
- 8 M. Brown
- 11 M. Stępiński
- 5 A. Moucketou-Moussounda
- 66 J. Montnor
- 90 E. Sofroniou
- 12 A. Dimitriou
- 20 S. Yago
- 78 K. Chrysostomou
- 10 M. Špoljarić
Timeline
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9' Sparta Praha Card · Yellow CardLadislav Krejčí
Foul
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11' Aris Goal · PenaltyA. Kokorin
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20' Sparta Praha Goal · Normal GoalLadislav Krejčí · Assist: K. Kairinen
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25' Sparta Praha Goal · Normal GoalLadislav Krejčí
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31' Sparta Praha subst · Substitution 1Off: K. Kairinen · On: Lukáš Sadílek
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65' Sparta Praha subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Kuchta · On: A. Karabec
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65' Sparta Praha subst · Substitution 3Off: L. Haraslín · On: Veljko Birmančević
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66' Aris subst · Substitution 1Off: Y. Gomis · On: S. Babicka
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66' Aris subst · Substitution 2Off: J. Szöke · On: M. Brown
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67' Sparta Praha Goal · Normal GoalMartin Vitík · Assist: V. Olatunji
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69' Aris Card · Yellow CardA. Kokorin
Foul
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75' Aris subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Kokorin · On: M. Stępiński
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78' Sparta Praha subst · Substitution 4Off: V. Olatunji · On: V. Sejk
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78' Sparta Praha subst · Substitution 5Off: Qazim Laci · On: D. Pavelka
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85' Aris subst · Substitution 4Off: M. Mayambela · On: Alex Moussounda
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85' Aris subst · Substitution 5Off: L. Bengtsson · On: J. Montnor
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87' Sparta Praha Card · Yellow CardD. Pavelka
Foul
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90' Aris Goal · Normal GoalS. Babicka
Match Stats
| Stat | Sparta Praha | Aris |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 12 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 81% | 69% |
| Offsides | 0 | 1 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 20 | 6 |
| Corners | 11 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 448 | 326 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 4 | 1 |
| Shots on Target | 9 | 3 |
| xG | 1.66 | 1.04 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 2 |
| Possession | 58% | 42% |
| Accurate Passes | 363 | 226 |
| Shots Inside Box | 15 | 2 |
| Saves | 1 | 6 |
| Shots Outside Box | 5 | 4 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Sparta Praha turned the game around after conceding an early penalty, with Ladislav Krejčí scoring two quick goals within 15 minutes to give them a lead by the 25th minute.
- ▸ Aris tried to rally in the latter part of the match, scoring a late goal through S. Babicka at the 90th minute, but Sparta Praha held on to secure their victory.