Sparta Prague vs Zlin Prediction: Take a chance on the host

Sparta Prague is set to face Zlin in a Czech Fortuna Liga round 16 encounter at the Epet Arena. Let's delve into the details of the match and explore potential betting opportunities.

Sparta Prague will aim for another positive outcome in their upcoming First League match, following a 0-1 victory against Baník Ostrava. In that game, Sparta Prague managed 40% possession and 9 shots at goal, with Filip Panák (48') scoring the decisive goal. Baník Ostrava had 26 attempts on goal with 6 on target.

In their recent six fixtures, Brian Priske's Sparta Prague have found the back of the net 9 times, averaging 1.5 goals per match. Notably, Sparta Prague boasts an impressive record against Zlín, remaining undefeated in their last 10 league encounters. Additionally, they have been unbeaten in their previous 7 home league matches.

Zlín is coming off a 1-1 draw in their First League encounter against Jablonec. Antonín Fantiš (19') scored the lone goal for Zlín, while Jakub Martinec (48') found the net for Jablonec. In the past six games involving Zlín, there has been a relatively low goal count, averaging 3.17 goals per game, with Zlín contributing an average of 1.33 goals. Notably, Zlín has struggled against Sparta Prague in away matches, failing to secure a victory in their last 14 league encounters. However, they are currently on a positive run, being undefeated in their last 3 away league matches.

Zlin has displayed promising performances in their recent matches, but the home team, Sparta Prague, cannot afford to lose in light of the pressure from the second-placed Slavia Prague. With the advantage of playing at home and boasting a stronger squad, I anticipate that Sparta Prague will take control of the match and secure a victory.