Sparta Prague have been nearly unbeatable in their league, losing just once in their last 23 matches. They’ve also clinched victories in their last seven games on the road. In contrast, Shamrock Rovers have struggled to find the back of the net, failing to score in five of their last ten matches and they haven’t quite reached their usual standards this season.
Despite progressing past Icelandic side Vikingur Reykjavik to the second qualifying round of the Champions League, Shamrock Rovers are facing tough times domestically. They currently sit 13 points behind leaders Shelbourne after 23 games, a real letdown for a team typically more dominant in the League of Ireland.
Their recent performance has been tepid at best; even though Johnny Kenny’s brace was enough to get past Vikingur, Rovers have not scored in five of their last seven matches and were also knocked out of the FAI Cup by Bohemians last Friday.
Sparta Set to Provide a Stern Challenge
Sparta Prague, with their significant European experience, reached the last 16 of the Europa League last season, only to be outclassed by Liverpool. Their dominance in the Czech league underscores their strength, and given Rovers’ current difficulties in scoring, Sparta are likely to pose a severe challenge. Expect the visitors to possibly secure a win without conceding, with a 2-0 victory for Sparta being a plausible result for those betting on correct scores.
Tip – Sparta to win to nil at 11/10
