UEFA Europa League 26/27 · Round 2 · THU, OCT 15
Sparta Prague vs Lillestroem SK match report: Sparta Prague held by Lillestroem SK
Sparta Prague led through Josimar Alcocer but were pegged back by Thomas Lehne Olsen's late equaliser as the match finished level.
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Final score
The match finished 1-1, with the score goalless at half-time. Sparta Prague took the lead in the 56th minute, but Lillestroem SK equalised in the second minute of stoppage time. The draw leaves both sides with a point.
Goals
Josimar Alcocer put Sparta Prague ahead in the 56th minute, assisted by Jonatan Braut Brunes. This was Josimar Alcocer's first UEFA Europa League goal for Sparta Prague this season. Thomas Lehne Olsen equalised for Lillestroem SK in the 90th minute, with the assist from Gustav Nordh. The goal takes Thomas Lehne Olsen to 3 UEFA Europa League goals for Lillestroem SK this season.
Match flow
Sparta Prague were on top for most of the first half. Neither side held the upper hand in the second half. Sparta Prague were on top for most of the match.
Key stats
Sparta Prague had 6 shots on target to Lillestroem SK's 2, and 6 corners to 1. Sparta Prague also had 56 dangerous attacks to Lillestroem SK's 29. Possession was 56% for Sparta Prague and 44% for Lillestroem SK.
Discipline
Sparta Prague received 3 yellow cards and Lillestroem SK received 2. No red cards were shown. The match was officiated by Martin Matosa.
Pre-match
Bookmakers made Sparta Prague the favourites, at an implied 73%; Sparta Prague drew the match.
What it means
Sparta Prague are 5th in the table with 4 points and a goal difference of 3. Lillestroem SK are 22nd with 1 point and a goal difference of -1.
Verdict
Sparta Prague controlled much of the match and led through Josimar Alcocer, but Lillestroem SK's late equaliser denied them the win. The draw leaves Sparta Prague in 5th and Lillestroem SK in 22nd.