AC Sparta Praha vs FC Red Bull Salzburg: Battle for the top spot in UEFA Champions League Group H

Group H leaders AC Sparta Praha will face their toughest test yet when they host FC Red Bull Salzburg on Wednesday.

The Czech champions have won their opening two games in the group stage, including a stunning 3-1 victory over Paris Saint-Germain. Salzburg, meanwhile, have also won their first two games, and they will be looking to extend their perfect start to the campaign.

The match is likely to be a close encounter, with both teams possessing plenty of attacking talent.

Sparta Praha will be looking to Wilfried Zaha and Nicolae Stanciu for inspiration, while Salzburg will be hoping that Erling Haaland can continue his fine form in front of goal.

The match will also be a battle of two of the most successful clubs in their respective countries. Sparta Praha have won the Czech league title a record 36 times, while Salzburg have won the Austrian league title 14 times.

The match is set to be a fascinating encounter, and it could have a major say in who finishes top of Group H.

Key Players

AC Sparta Praha

• Wilfried Zaha
• Nicolae Stanciu
• Ondrej Kudela

FC Red Bull Salzburg

• Erling Haaland
• Dominik Szoboszlai
• Hwang Hee-chan

Prediction

This is a tough match to call, but I think AC Sparta Praha will just edge it.

The Czech champions have a slight advantage in terms of experience, and they will be playing in front of their own fans.

I expect a close match, but I think Sparta Praha will ultimately win 2-1.