Manchester City vs Sparta Prague prediction, head-to-head stats, standings & lineups!
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague prediction today‘s Champions League match at Etihad Stadium, Manchester. On Wednesday 23rd October 2024, Manchester City will look to bounce back from their recent Premier League defeat as they take on Sparta Prague in the UEFA Champions League. The kick-off time is 20:00 CET at Etihad, Manchester. Watch & Bet Football Live =>
Manchester City will welcome Sparta Prague to the Etihad Stadium for a crucial Champions League group-stage encounter. Both teams are off to a solid start in the competition, having secured four points from their opening two matches.
The English champions currently sit in eighth place in the newly-expanded league format, while Sparta Prague are just two places behind in 10th. This will be the first-ever meeting between the two sides, setting the stage for an intriguing contest.
This article dives into the Manchester City vs Sparta Prague prediction, previews, lineups, standing, team form, key stats, head-to-head stats and where to watch Manchester City vs Sparta Prague live on TV.
| Odds Manchester City vs Sparta Prague 1X2 | ||
| 1 | X | 2 |
| 1.05 | 16.00 | 29.00 |
| Odds Manchester City vs Sparta Prague 1X, 12 & X2 | ||
| 1X | 12 | 2X |
| 0.00 | 1.01 | 9.05 |
| Odds Both Teams To Score (BTTS) | ||
| YES | NO | |
| 2.43 | 1.48 | |
| Odds Manchester City vs Sparta Prague To Score Over/Under 3.5 Goals |
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| O 3.5 | U 3.5 | |
| 1.94 | 1.87 | |
Our Manchester City vs Sparta Prague prediction – an easy win for City!
With both teams eager to secure crucial points, Manchester City vs Sparta Prague promises to be an engaging encounter. Manchester City comes in as clear favorites thanks to their impressive form across all competitions, but Sparta Prague could challenge with their counter-attacking tactics.
Playing at home gives Manchester City a significant advantage, and their recent strong performances make them tough to beat. Sparta Prague will need a solid defensive approach but could pose a threat on counterattacks.
Our Manchester City vs Sparta Prague predictions and betting tips
- Winner Prediction: Manchester City win at 1.05 with Unibet.
- Correct Score Prediction: 3-0 Manchester City win at 3.00 with Unibet
- First Goal Scorer Prediction: Erling Haaland to score first at 3.30 with Unibet .Watch & Bet Football Live =>
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague First Goal Scorer Prediction
| Manchester City goal scorers | First goal scorer | To score goal | Last goal scorer |
| Erling Haaland | 3.30 | 1.75 | 1.93 |
| Foden | 5.80 | 3.10 | 3.75 |
| Bernardo | 6.50 | 3.25 | 8.00 |
| Grealish | 7.00 | 3.85 | 10.00 |
Haaland has been handed odds of 3.30 to score the first goal.
| Sparta Prague goal scorers | First goal scorer | To score goal | Last goal scorer |
| Haraslin | 8.25 | 4.30 | 2.63 |
| Rrahmani | 9.00 | 4.40 | 5.80 |
| Birmancevic | 12.00 | 6.75 | 6.50 |
| Wiesner | 13.00 | 7.00 | 8.50 |
Haraslin has been handed odds of 8.25 to score the first goal.
Odds Manchester City and Sparta Prague Both Teams To Score Goal (BTTS)
What are the best odds on both teams to score goals?
| BTTS YES | BTTS NO |
| 2.43 | 1.48 |
We expect both teams to score goal (BTTS) at 1.48.
Odds Manchester City and Sparta Prague To Score Over/Under 2.5 Goals
What are the best odds on over and under 3.5 goals?
| Over 3.5 goals | Under 3.5 goals |
| 1.62 | 1.97 |
We expect Manchester City and Sparta Prague to score over 3.5 goals at 1.62.
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague match preview
Manchester City heads into this clash after a 2-0 loss to Bournemouth in the Premier League. However, they remain strong in Europe, coming off a 2-0 win over Sparta Praha and a goalless draw with Atalanta. At the Etihad, City has been dominant in non-knockout stages of the Champions League.
Sparta Prague, on the other hand, has had a mixed start to their European campaign. A heavy 3-0 defeat to Atalanta was followed by a goalless draw with Bologna. They’ll look to regain form, but they’ve historically struggled on the road in England.
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague team news
Manchester City:
Guardiola is dealing with several injuries in his squad. Star midfielder Rodri is out for the season with a knee injury, and young talent Oscar Bobb remains sidelined with a leg fracture.
Kevin De Bruyne and Kyle Walker are major doubts for this fixture, with both players struggling with fitness issues. Nathan Ake, having recovered from a muscle injury, could be included in the matchday squad but is unlikely to start.
Sparta Prague:
Sparta Prague will be without Imanol Garcia due to injury, while Elias Cobbaut is still recovering from illness and remains doubtful. Central defender Martin Vitik is available for selection after serving a domestic suspension and could replace Asger Sorensen in the backline.
Lukas Haraslin, Veljko Birmancevic, and Albion Rrahmani are all vying for spots in the starting lineup, with Haraslin particularly dangerous off the bench, as seen in his recent match-winning goal against Slovan Liberec.
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague lineups
For Manchester City, Pep Guardiola is expected to field a strong lineup, likely featuring key players such as Erling Haaland, Phil Foden, and Rodri. Meanwhile, Sparta Prague, led by Brian Priske, will rely on stars like Ladislav Krejčí and Jan Kuchta in a 4-2-3-1 formation to challenge the English champions.
Pep Guardiola might opt for a balanced 4-2-3-1 formation with a focus on controlling midfield and wide play. Sparta Prague seems to opt for 3-4-3 formation.
| Manchester City starting XI: | Ederson; Lewis, Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol; Gundogan, Nunes; Bernardo, Foden, Grealish; Haaland |
| Sparta Prague starting XI | Vindahl; Vitik, Panak, Zeleny; Preciado, Kairinen, Laci, Wiesner; Birmancevic, Rrahmani, Haraslin |
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague standings
Manchester City is in a comfortable position in the Champions League, having secured 4 points in two matches, sitting in 8th place. Meanwhile, Sparta Prague is in top 10, with 4 point after two games, currently in 10th place.
| Pos | Team | Pld | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Manchester City | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 0 | +4 | 4 |
| 10 | Sparta Prague | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 | +3 | 4 |
League phase table & standings
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague H2H stats and form
A glance at the Manchester City vs Sparta Prague form reveals Manchester City’s superior attacking form this season, boasting an impressive average of two goals per game in European fixtures.
Sparta Prague, meanwhile, have maintained a solid defensive record, conceding less than a goal per match on average. Possession stats are likely to be dominated by Manchester City, but Sparta Praha’s efficiency on the break will be something to watch out for.
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague Head-to-Head stats
Historically, Manchester City and Sparta Prague have never met before.
| Total matches played: | 0 |
| Manchester City wins: | 0 |
| Sparta Prague wins: | 0 |
| Draws: |
0 |
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague matches results
Here is are all previous Manchester City vs Sparta Prague matches with all the results and score records.
| Season | Stage | Home Team | Score | Away Team | Venue |
| 2024/25 | Group Stage (MD 4) | Manchester City | – | Sparta Prague | Etihad, Manchester |
Manchester City last 5 matches results and form: WWWDW
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City side enter this match on the back of a 12-game unbeaten run in all competitions. Their most recent victory came in the Premier League, where they fought back to secure a dramatic 2-1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers.
Despite dominating possession and registering 22 shots, City had to come from behind, with Josko Gvardiol scoring a stunning long-range equalizer before John Stones netted a 95th-minute header to secure all three points.
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19/10/2024 | Premier League | Wolves | Won 2-1 |
| 05/10/2024 | Premier League | Fulham | Won 3-2 |
| 03/10/2024 | Champions League | Slovan Bratislava | Won 4-0 |
| 29/09/2024 | Premier League | Newcastle | Drew 1-1 |
| 22/09/2024 | Premier League | Watford | Won 2-1 |
Sparta Prague last 5 matches results and form: LLDLW
Sparta Prague, competing in the Champions League for the first time in 20 years, have made an impressive start to the group stage. After a 3-0 victory over Red Bull Salzburg in their opening match, they followed it up with a hard-fought 1-1 draw against Stuttgart in Germany.
Domestically, however, Sparta have been inconsistent, with a 2-1 win over Slovan Liberec in their latest Czech First League fixture helping them bounce back from two consecutive losses.
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19/10/2024 | Czech First League | Slovan Liberec | Lost 1-2 |
| 06/10/2024 | Czech First League | Slavia Prague | Lost 1-2 |
| 03/10/2024 | Champions League | Stuttgart | Drew 1-1 |
| 28/09/2024 | Czech First League | Olomouc | Lost 2-3 |
| 21/09/2024 | Czech First League | Ceske Budejovice | Won 2-0 |
Where to watch Manchester City vs Sparta Prague live on TV?
For those wondering where to watch Manchester City vs Sparta Prague live on TV or stream, the game will be broadcasted on major sports channels in Europe.
How to watch Manchester City vs Sparta Prague on TV? Manchester City vs Sparta Prague channel in UK and US!
In addition to knowing where to watch Man City vs Sparta Prague, you can check out dedicated channels for comprehensive coverage of pre-match analysis, post-match reactions, and player interviews. Local sports channels in Ukraine will also cover the game extensively for Sparta Praha fans.
You can catch the Manchester City vs Sparta Prague match on TNT Sports, which is available on all major TV platforms. TNT Sports offers a variety of channels, including:
What channel is Manchester City vs Sparta Prague on in UK and US?
You can tune in to BT Sport for Manchester City vs Sparta Prague live coverage in UK, while in the US, ESPN holds the Manchester City vs Sparta Prague TV broadcasting rights.
Manchester City vs Sparta Prague live stream
Fans can also stream the match live through the official Manchester City website or the UEFA TV app. Watch & Bet Football Live =>
