Match Summary
Plzen defeated Sparta Praha 1:0. The match was played in Czech Liga 2018. Goals were scored by R. Procházka 76′. Plzen made 3 substitutions, Sparta Praha made 3.
Match Events
Key match events between Plzen and Sparta Praha — 1 goals and 0 cards recorded during the match.
Lineups
Plzen lined up in a — formation under P. Vrba, while Sparta Praha deployed a — under Z. Ščasný.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Plzen is 6.67, compared to — for Sparta Praha. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Plzen's highest-rated starter is P. Hrošovský (7.05), while Sparta Praha's best-rated player is —.
Midfield Control
Plzen field 11 midfielders averaging 6.67, versus Sparta Praha's 11 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 87% for Plzen and —% for Sparta Praha. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Age & Experience
The average age of Plzen's starting XI is 34.3 (youngest: P. Hrošovský (33), oldest: L. Hejda (35)), while Sparta Praha average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Plzen's starters average 4 league appearances each, versus 0 for Sparta Praha. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Plzen have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Sparta Praha show 4 wins, 0 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Plzen vs Sparta Praha Head to Head Results
Plzen and Sparta Praha have met 21 times — Plzen won 12, Sparta Praha won 6, with 3 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2019. Plzen leads the head-to-head with 12 victories from 21 meetings. A combined 61 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.90 per match (37 for the home side, 24 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 11 matches (52%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 14 games (67%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–4 in 2025.
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Recent Meetings (21)
API data: 20 Apr 2026