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Expert critiques Sparta Prague summer signings as Plzeň struggles in Europe

An expert analysis highlights tactical issues for Sparta Prague and a lack of freshness at Viktoria Plzeň following their recent European results.

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Published · Bucharest

Sparta nezvládla duel Evropské ligy v Řecku.Focus Images Ltd / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia
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Sparta nezvládla duel Evropské ligy v Řecku.Focus Images Ltd / Shutterstock Editorial / Profimedia

Photo: eFotbal · Letní posily? Sparta se do nich trefila relativně málo, říká expert. Plzeň nevypadá čerstvě · Cropped for display

An expert has criticized the summer transfer activity of Sparta Prague, stating that the club hit relatively few targets with its new signings. The commentary also noted that Viktoria Plzeň does not appear fresh in its current form.

Sparta Prague has collected four points from its first three matches in European competition. In contrast, Plzeň has failed to secure any points in its European campaign so far.

Plzeň suffered a home defeat against Levski during this period. Radoslav Kováč serves as the coach for the Plzeň side.

At Sparta, coach Brian Priske experimented with Martin Suchomel in the role of an inverted midfielder. This tactical adjustment was part of the team's recent approach.

Slavia Prague drew its match against Fenerbahce on Tuesday. The team recovered from a 0-2 deficit to secure a point, despite playing without Tomáš Chorý.

Slavia employed a tactic focused on offensive speed and counterattacks during the game. This strategy was aided by a mistake from Fenerbahce player Guendouzi.

The club is expected to search for a new striker during the winter transfer window. Injured player Adonija Ouanda is scheduled to return to the Slavia squad.

Jablonec earned a point in its match against Brighton. The team also performed respectably against Freiburg in European competition, although it did not earn points from that fixture.

Jablonec players Sláma and Cedidla are considered to have strong profiles. Sláma is noted for his footballing ability and left foot, and he plays for Jablonec while having represented the national team.

An expert suggested that Sparta or Plzeň might inquire about Jablonec player Sláma in the winter due to his performance level. This potential interest remains uncertain.

Other European notes include Lugano, which has won approximately nine consecutive matches. The team remains unbeaten in Switzerland and defeated Getafe 5-2 away. Bournemouth maintains a 100 percent record in its recent matches.

Background context mentions that Alejandro Grimaldo played under Xabi Alonso at Leverkusen. Kabongo previously played for Mladá Boleslav.

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