Sparta matchday news (Bristol updates)

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Match day 1 Sparta Prague vs. FC Porto (Mon Jan 06)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF Tuta
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DM M Nunex
MF J Bacuna
MF K Kairinene
DM L Morgalla
AM S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We start the new season today season five.
We are at home in front of our own fans for todays game at the Generali Arena to play Portuguese side FC Porto.
Mr Brennan's looking forward to getting the first game under way, he had a bigger off season, with a lot of comings and goings.
18 player went out and 22 players arrived, so big changes all over the pitch.
A lot of Sparta debuts today, New goalkeeper Di Gregorio starts after arriving for a big transfer fee from the auctions.
In defence three new players make there first competitive starts M Andersen, Tuta and K Rekik.
In midfield M Nunex and new star player S Canales gets the nod from mr brennan
Up front young forward R Pepi starts.
The fans were very sad to see some player leave but hope these new players can make them smile again.
Sparta started strong and passed the ball around nice just missing the cutting edge upfront.
Sparta gift a goal to FC Porto in the 11th minute when The defender under hits the back pass, forcing L Morgalla to make a late tackle and give away a Peno
Porto's forward M Taremi Thumped it home, Sparta Prague 0-1 FC Porto
Then in the 90th minute Z Sanusi puts in a cross and J_Mario heads at goal, Sparta keeper M Di Gregorio tries to claws it off the line
But the referee gives the goal Sparta Prague 0-2 FC Porto
So first game first defeat of the new season, Mr brennan will be blaming the code. the fans will not be happy all these new players but the bad results continue
Man of the Match FC Porto forward Z Sanusi


Match Statistics Sparta were very poor today and fully deserved to lose, Mr Brennan and the fans will be crying after this. one game 0 points
The code is back
Sparta having 11 attempts on goal and 6 hitting the target. We should have got at least one today, very disappointing
We had 52% possession in the game, looked good today and had lots of chances and played some great football.
no injuries
Bookings for Sparta defender L Morgalla in the 86th minute
Sparta Prague 0 - 2 FC Porto


Bristol travel to Tottenham Hotspur for the first game of the season
Tottenham Hotspur took the lead in the 3rd minute through K Mbabu
Bristol levelled it up in the 27th minute when T Mitchell scored
In the 37th minute spurs scored again, T Tomiyasu made it two one
In the 69th minute L Bailey headed home from a R Mahrez free kick
The final score was Tottenham Hotspur 3 - 1 Bristol City





Match day 2 Lyon vs. Sparta Prague (Fri Jan 10)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF Tuta
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DF L Morgalla
DM M Nunex
MF J Bacuna
MF K Kairinene
AM S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are on the road for the second game of the season, a lot of Sparta fans made the trip to the Groupama Stadium to play French side Lyon.
Mr Brennan's looking forward to getting the teams first win, after losing to Portuguese side FC Porto in the last game, fans want to see a better performance from
the team
Mr brennan made no changes to the starting 11 but moved L Morgalla bank into defence.
Sparta started strong and passed the ball around nice just missing the cutting edge upfront. Lyon had some chances but Sparta keeper M Di Gregorio made some good saves
Lyon open the scoring in the 35th minute when midfielder M_Faye threads the through ball to attacker C Tolisso, who smashes it home to make it Lyon 1-0 Sparta Prague
Sparta went two down in the 75th minute. Lyon forward T_Minamino rifles it at the goal unstoppable! Lyon 2-0 Sparta Prague
In the 79th minute get a consolation goal, when Sparta star man S Canales lobs Lyon keeper Y Mvogo to make it Lyon 2-1 Sparta Prague
So another defeat for Sparta this season Mr brennan is defo blaming the code.
The fans are not happy at all the team was out played all over the pitch.
Man of the Match Lyon Midfielder M Faye

Match Statistics Sparta were piss poor today and fully deserved to lose, Mr Brennan and the fans will be crying after this. two games 0 points
The code is back, more to follow
Sparta having 8 attempts on goal and 6 hitting the target. We should have got at least one today, very disappointing
We had 52% possession in the game, looked good today and had lots of chances and played some great football.
Injuries R Pepi in the 38th minute
Bookings none for Sparta
Lyon 2 - 1 Sparta Prague


Bristol at home to Aston Villa
one nil win for Bristol here.
forward Munir got the only goal of the game in the 51st minute.
good win against a very good team



Match day 3 Sparta Prague vs. Shakhtar Donetsk (Mon Jan 13)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF Tuta
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DF L Morgalla
DM M Nunex
MF J Bacuna
MF K Kairinene
AM J Draxler
FW S Canales

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are at home in front of our own fans for todays game at the Generali Arena to play Ukrainian side Shakhtar Donetsk .
Mr Brennan's looking to stop the rot and try get the teams first win, after losing to French side Lyon in the last game, Sparta now have two league defeats on the bounce
The manager MR Brennan and the Fans will want to see a better performance from the team. a couple of goal would be good as we have struggled in front of goal.
Mr brennan made some forced changes to the starting 11, with young forward R Pepi injured for the game, star player S Canales went up front to lead the line.
Bew player J Draxler made his debut in attacking midfield after only joining this week.
Sparta started strong and passed the ball around nice just missing the cutting edge upfront new player J Draxler was heavily involved in the midfield battle
Lyon had some chances but Sparta keeper M Di Gregorio made a few good saves and showed his class,
Not much happend in the first half as both teams cancelled each other out and finished nil nil,
The second half was much the same, both team had chances but it wasn't until the 91th minute that Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder M Taverneir scored to break Sparta fans hearts.
M Taverneir barged M Nunex off the ball and lobbed M Di Gregorio from distance to rob all three points
Mr Brennan was very upset at this result to be robbed so close to getting first point on the board.
The fans are not happy at and they let Mr Brennan know some calling for him to go.
Man of the Match Shakhtar Donetsk Midfilder M Taverneir

Match Statistics Sparta were a bit better today and deserved to get a draw here, Mr Brennan and the fans will be upset after this letting the game away from them so late on.
The code is defo back, Sparta cant catch a break.
Sparta having 8 attempts on goal and 4 hitting the target. We should have got at least one today, very disappointing again
We had 43% possession in the game, looked ok today and had lots of chances and played some great football. unlucky to lose
Injuries today, none for Sparta
Bookings for Sparta Tuta in the 11th minute
Final Score Sparta Prague 0 - 1 Shakhtar Donetsk


Bristol travel to Arsenal
Bristol take the lead in the 9th minute when K Bielik overhead kick
Munir make it two nil in the 26th minute
M Olise gets one back for Arsenal in the 31st minute
In the 31st minute Munir scores from the spot to make it Arsenal 1-3 Bristol City
M Olise gets another one back for Arsenal in the 52nd minute
In the 59th minute J Schouten get another for Bristol
A Hickey gets another one back for Arsenal in the 58th minute
game finished Arsenal 3-4 Bristol City, great win away to a very good team


Match day 4 Borussia Dortmund vs. Sparta Prague (Fri Jan 17)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L Morgalla
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DF L Morgalla
MF M Nunex
MF J Bacuna
MF K Kairinene
AM S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are on the road for the second game of the season, a lot of Sparta fans made the trip to the Signal Iduna Park to play Germain side Borussia Dortmund.
Mr Brennan's is under pressure now at Sparta after losing first three games of the season, Sparta still looking for there fist points in the league, Fans have
called for him to leave and the bookies have him as the favourite at 3/1 to be first manger fired this season, the Club board have back the manager publicly.
but this is a story that will go on and on until Sparta get some wins.
The manager MR Brennan will want to see a better performance from his front men as they have really struggled in front of goal in the first few games
Mr brennan made some changes to the starting 11, with young forward R Pepi strait back in after missing the last game due to injurie.
Star player S Canales went back to his favoured midfield role J Draxler joins him in attacking midfield as Mr Brennan tries some new tactics.
Sparta started strong and in the 5th minute defender J Headley put in a great cross for forward R Pepi to open the scoring with a Superb finish,
Sparta go in front for the first time this season. Borussia Dortmund 0-1 Sparta Prague
The lead didn't last long as in the 19th minute Borussia Dortmund forward J Baptista rushed through the Sparta defence to score Borussia Dortmund 1-1 Sparta Prague
The rest of the fist half both teams played well, Sparta passed the ball around nice just unable to get another goal.
Much the same in the second half both team tried to get on the front foot and get the winner. Both team had chances and some good saves from both keepers.
Then in the 80th minute Borussia Dortmund took the lead, some good work down the wing from midfielder T Buffel who crossed it into L Digne, He scored with
a delicate header from close range. Sparta keeper Di Gregorio couldn't do much as it came in so fast. Borussia Dortmund 2-1 Sparta Prague
Then to wrap the game up Borussia Dortmund's midfielder Suso took advantage of a mistake by Sparta defender M Andersen to set up L Digne for his second of the game
Borussia Dortmund 3-1 Sparta Prague
Mr Brennan cant believe the result what have Sparta got to do to get some points.
The fans are not happy at all and they were calling for Mr Brennan to go after the final whistle
Man of the Match Borussia Dortmund attacking Midfielder Suso

Match Statistics Sparta were a bit better today, but this was a much better team, they took the lead but couldn't hold onto it.

Mr Brennan and the fans are not sure where they go after this, another defeat in the league.
The code is defo back, Sparta need to find a way to break it
Sparta having 22 attempts on goal and 11 hitting the target. we should have scored more today had a lot of chances.
We had 49% possession in the game, looked ok today and had lots of chances and played ok against a very good team. we go on
Injuries today, none for Sparta
Bookings for Sparta S Canales in the 18th minute
Final Score Borussia Dortmund 3 - 1 Sparta Prague.



Bristol at home to Southampton
Southampton took the lads in the first minute W Fofana scores
P_Foden makes it two nil in the 10th minute from distance
In the 32st minute Munir scores from the spot to get one back.
In the 46th minute Bristol get another Penalty and Munir score again for the equaliser
Bristol City 2-2 Southampton

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Match day 5 Sparta Prague vs. Union Berlin (Mon Jan 20)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L Morgalla
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DM K Kairinene
MF M Nunex
MF J Bacuna
MF J Draxler
AM S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are at home for todays game, at the Generali Arena to play Germain side Union Berlin.
Mr Brennans is under more and more perssure as spartas bad season goes on and on, Sparta lost last time out by 3 to 1 against Borussia Dortmund.
The manager MR Brennan and fans still looking for a better performane from the team, they have struggled all over the pitch
Mr brennan made no changes to the starting 11, keeping the same starting 11
This game was another loss for Sparta, both teams done nothing for most of the game
Union Berlin defender N Burdisso scored in the 93 minute to take all three points.
Sparta fan again call for Mr Brennan to go.
In the interview after the game most questions from reporters asked about the bad run of results.
Mr Brennan said he was staying and that he will fight until the end to turn things around

Match Statistics Sparta were rubbish again today. cant score and cant close out a game for a draw at home.
Mr Brennan and the fans are not sure where they go after this, another defeat in the league.
The code is defo back, Sparta need to find a way to break it
Sparta having 8 attempts on goal and 4 hitting the target.
We had 39% possession in the game, looked rubbish all over today and had very few chances, we go on
Injuries today, none for Sparta
Bookings for Sparta R Pepi in the 2 minute S Canales in the 89th minute
Final Score Sparta Prague 0 - 1 Union Berlin


Match day 6 Benfica vs. Sparta Prague (Fri Jan 24)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L Morgalla
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DM K Kairinene
MF M Nunex
MF J Bacuna
MF J_Draxler
AM S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are on the road for todays game, away at the Estadio da Luz to play Portuguese side Benfica.
Pressure continuers to mount on Mr Brennans, Sparta's bad season goes on and on, Sparta lost last time out Sparta Prague 0 - 1 Union Berlin
The Fans looking for Mr brennan to leave, the bad results have gone on and on.
Mr Brennan made no changes to the starting 11, keeping the same starting team
Benfica took the lead in the 16th minute when A Martial scored from a pass from A Golovin
Sparta brought the game level in the 18th minute, Sparta sticker R Pepi dribbled past some player to slot home. Benfica 1-1 Sparta Prague
In the 57th minute Benfica midfielder P Sarabia scored from a cross from A Golovin
Then in the 92nd minute Sparta midfielder K Kairinene leveled it up.
Sparta got a dramatic draw today but this wont be enough to get to get the fans of Mr Brennans back, only some wins will help that.
Man of the Match Benfica midfielder A Golovin

Match Statistics Sparta were rubbish again today. cant score and cant close out a game for a draw at home.
Mr Brennan and the fans are still not feeling good had lots of chances to score. could have won this with a bit more quality
The code is defo back, Sparta need to find a way to break it
Sparta having 17 attempts on goal and 11 hitting the target.
We had 46% possession in the game, looked rubbish all over today and had very few chances,we go on
Injuries today, J_Bacuna in the first minute
Bookings for Sparta none today.
Final Score Benfica 2 - 2 Sparta Prague


Match day 7 Schalke vs. Sparta Prague (Mon Jan 27)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L M Junuor
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DM K Kairinene
MF M Nunex
MF J L_Morgalla
MF J Draxler
AM S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are on the road for todays game, away at the Veltins-Arena to play Germain side Schalke .
Perssure continues to mount on Mr Brennanas, Sparta drew last time out Final Score Benfica 2 - 2 Sparta Prague
The sparta Fans still calling for Mr brennan to leave, they have been outside the stadium protesting
Mr Brennan made some changes to the starting line as he tries to get the team going and move up the table
So today we play Mr Brennan's old team and we went behind in the 13th minute M Dembele scores a cracker
Spatra go two down in the 14th minute Schalke defender C Brunner scored from the edge of the box.
D Undav made it three nil in the 36th minute with a nice chip over the keeper
The on the 48th minute mark D Undav got his second with an overhead kick, class goal.
M_Dembele they made if 5 nil in the 50th minute keeper ran out he lobbed him.
In the 60th minute M Dembele got his hat trick to make it Schalke 6-0 Sparta Prague.
The to round it all off Schalke midfielder Z Flemming scored to make it 7 nil in the 89th minute
Man of the Match Schalke sticker M Dembele

Match Statistics Sparta were rubbish again today don't think i have seen a team play worse Mr Brennan said after.
A terrible day for Sparta and Mr Brennan, the Fans will have there knives out for him now
Mr Brennan dosent know what to do, the code lives on.
Sparta having 17 attempts on goal and 10 hitting the target.
We had 39% possession in the game, looked rubbish all over today and the poor keeper deserved better from the rest of the team
Injuries today, J_Bacuna in the first minute
Bookings for Sparta none today.
Final Score Schalke 7 - 0 Sparta Prague

Match day 8 Sparta Prague vs. Valencia (Fri Jan 31)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L M Junuor
DF L Morgalla
DF K Rekik
DM K Kairinene
MF M Nunex
MF S Canales
MF J Draxler
FW D Arize
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are at home for todays game, playing at the Generali Arena to play Spanish side Valencia .
Mr Brennans probably need to go with Sparta stuck to the bottom of the table and unable to turn things around. Last time out they lost Schalke 7 - 0 Sparta Prague
The Sparta Fans still outside the stadium protesting in tents until the owner sack Mr Brennan
Mr Brennan made some changes to the starting line as he tries something new, young forward D Arize starts upfront, good minutes for him
Boring first half Sparta made it with out conceding well done.
the second half was the same, both team had a few chances to score and nick the points, Sparta fans cried all the way through the match waiting to lose.
A boring draw nil nil
Man of the Match Valencia defender E Pujol

Match Statistics Sparta were rubbish again today don't think i have seen a team play worse Mr Brennan said after.
A normal day for Sparta and Mr Brennan, the Fans will happy not to lose a game for once.
Mr Brennan and the code can go to hell
Sparta having 18 attempts on goal and 8 hitting the target.
We had 56% possession in the game, looked rubbish all over today and the poor keeper deserved better from the rest of the team
Injuries today, none
Bookings for Sparta K Rekik 5th minute, M Andersen 14th minute, K Kairinene 35th minute, S Canales 39th minute
Final Score Sparta Prague 0 - 0 Valencia



Match day 9 Feyenoord vs. Sparta Prague (Mon Feb 03)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L M Junuor
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DM K Kairinene
MF L Morgalla
MF J Bacuna
MF J Draxler
FW S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are at away for todays game, playing at the De Kuip to play Dutch side Feyenoord .
Mr Brennanas probably need to go with Sparta stuck to the bottom of the table and unable to turn things around. Last time out they lost Schalke 7 - 0 Sparta Prague
The Sparta Fans still outside the stadium protesting in tents untill the ower sack Mr Brennan
Mr Brennan made some changes to the starting line but he already knows with the code it doesn't matter who plays, Mr Brennan and the fans are ready for another loss.
Match kicked off and S Canales scores for Sparta in the 2nd minute.
In the 8th minute Sparta forward R Pepi scored from the penalty spot to make it 2 nil after A Muric brings down S Canales down in the box
Feyenoord pull one back in the 34th minute when D Hancko score with a header
D_Scarlett makes it two two with a low drive, good old sparta cant hold on to a lead.
Second half was boring until the 83rd minute when Sparta star player S Canales score to get the win.
Man of the Match Sparta forward S Canales

Match Statistics Sparta were still rubbish today but star player S Canales goal was enough to get the points
A bit of luck today for Mr Brennan, But the fans still want him out.
Sparta having 24 attempts on goal and 15 hitting the target.
We had 61% possession in the game, upfront Sparta were ok today but the defence let them down, bit of luck to get the 3 points
Injuries today, none
Bookings for Sparta M Junuor 6th minute
Final Score Feyenoord 2 - 3 Sparta Prague


Match day 10 Sparta Prague vs. Wolfsburg (Fri Feb 07)

Starting line up for Sparta Prague is below
GK Di Gregorio
DF M Andersen
DF L M Junuor
DF J Headley
DF K Rekik
DM K Kairinene
DM L Morgalla
MF J Bacuna
MF J Draxler
FW S Canales
FW R Pepi

subs bench
G Curci
Vivian
E Bars
M Rynes
D Arize


Match Details
We are at home for todays game, playing at the Generali Arena to play germain side Wolfsburg.
Mr Brennanas looking for another win at home,last time out they won Feyenoord 2 - 3 Sparta Prague
The Sparta Fans still outside the stadium protesting to get him out.
Mr Brennan made some changes to the starting line hopeing to get another win.
Boring game nothing much happend in the first half.
Wolfsburg midfielder D_Ozoh scored in the 43th minute with a screamer of a shot
The second half was the same, both team had a few chances to score, Sparta fans prayed for a equalizer that did not come.
Another loss for Sparta
Man of the Match Wolfsburg midfielder D Ozoh

Match Statistics Sparta were still rubbish today but star player S Canales goal was enough to get the points
Back to normal for Sparta another loss
Sparta having 3 attempts on goal and 3 hitting the target. rubbish again all over the place
We had 36% possession in the game. a sad day for the Sparta fans
Injuries today, none
Bookings for Sparta, none
Final Score Sparta Prague 0 - 1 Wolfsburg

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