Event Details
- Date and Time: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 3 PM EDT
- Venue: Groupama Stadium, Décines-Charpieu, France
- Competition: UEFA Champions League Qualification
| Odds via 20Bet | |
| Lyon vs Sparta Prague | Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 3 PM EDT |
| Lyon odds | -233 |
| Sparta Prague odds | +600 |
| Draw | +420 |
| Over 2 | -435 |
| Betting Bonus | Up to 100 $/€ |
Lyon vs Sparta Prague Preview and Team News
Lyon Team News
Lyon lost the first leg of this qualifying tie 2-1. Their overall form has not been particularly strong, as they have lost two of their last three matches.
In the first leg, Lyon had just 48% of the ball and, unsurprisingly, struggled in the attacking third. Despite registering 11 shots, including four on target, they posted a modest 1.28 xG. The team were also found lacking in the air, losing 63% of their aerial duels.
Prague may look to make greater use of crosses and aerial balls in the second leg given Lyon’s struggles in the air. Central defender Clinton Mata, for example, failed to win a single aerial duel.
Les Gones have three key players ruled out due to injuries: Khalis Merah, Pavel Sulc, and Mads Bistrup.
Lyon predicted lineup vs Sparta Prague (3-4-2-1): Greif; Kluivert, Tessmann, Mata; Ouedrago, de Carvalho, Morton, Maitland-Niles; Tolisso, Abner; Openda.
Sparta Prague Team News
Sparta Prague’s form has been better than that of their opponents, as they have won twice in their last three outings, including the 2-1 victory in the first leg.
In that game, left-back Matej Rynes stood out with a goal, an assist, and an 89% passing accuracy. Defensive midfielder Andy Irving also bagged an assist and won every aerial duel he contested, in stark contrast to Lyon’s players.
However, it was John Mercado, operating on the flank, who stole the show. He recorded a joint-high six touches inside the opposition box and a joint-high three shots. His efforts were rewarded with a goal in the 69th minute.
The team are dealing with a lengthy injury list that includes Jakub Martinec, Sivert Mannsverk, Uchenna Aririerisim, Patrik Vydra, Peter Jensen, Ondrej Penxa, and Magnus Andersen.
Sparta Prague predicted lineup vs Lyon (4-2-3-1): Surovcik; Rynes, Sorensen, Sevinsky, Suchomel; Irving, Macek; Alcocer, Karabec, Mercado; Brunes.
Lyon vs Sparta Prague Prediction
- Pick: Lyon to win
- Odds: -233 (20Bet)
- Correct score prediction: Lyon 3-1 Sparta Prague
Lyon should win at home. This prediction applies only to the result of this game and not the overall two-legged tie.
Despite losing the first leg, Lyon hold the edge in head-to-head meetings with three wins, one loss, and one draw in their last five encounters with Sparta Prague. Most importantly, Les Gones have not lost in either of their last two home matches against the Czech side.
Lyon vs Sparta Prague Prediction, Betting Tip
- Pick: Both teams to score
- Odds: -136 (20Bet)
Both teams should score, as they did in the first leg (1-2). In fact, four of the last five meetings between these clubs have seen both sides find the back of the net, adding further weight to this prediction.
Lyon’s Abner, who made four crucial passes into the final third in the first leg, will be one to watch. For the visitors, Mercado will be a key attacking threat thanks to his penetrating runs down the right wing. Fullback Rynes, who created two chances in the first leg, should also play a crucial role in Sparta’s attack.
Lyon vs Sparta Prague Where to Watch (USA, Canada)
- ESPN, ESPN+ (USA)
- DAZN (Canada)
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