Sparta Prague - Bournemouth

Thursday evening at the epet Arena, Sparta Prague and AFC Bournemouth meet for their matchday 4 fixture in the Europa League. The hosts enter this encounter looking to regain momentum after a recent domestic draw against Bohemians 1905 and a narrow defeat to Olympiacos in European competition. Sparta Prague will have to navigate this challenge without the services of injured trio John Mercado, Adam Karabec, and Matej Rynes, placing greater responsibility on the expected XI featuring Jakub Surovcik in goal and forward Matej Jurasek.

AFC Bournemouth arrive in strong form, having secured a clean sheet victory over Leeds United in their most recent outing. The visitors have demonstrated significant attacking efficiency in the Europa League, notably defeating AC Milan and Sturm Graz in recent weeks. Despite the absence of the injured Alex Scott, the expected lineup led by Evanilson and Justin Kluivert looks to maintain their rhythm. The visitors will aim to exploit the gaps in a Sparta side that has struggled for consistency across all competitions throughout October.