Sparta Prague mounted a stunning comeback in the Women’s European Cup, defeating Young Boys Bern 4-0 in the second leg of their Round of 16 tie to advance to the quarterfinals. The victory erased a 3-0 first-leg deficit and secures Sparta’s place as the last remaining Czech representative in the inaugural edition of the competition.
This dramatic turnaround marks a pivotal moment for women’s football in the Czech Republic, showcasing the growing competitiveness of Sparta Prague on the European stage. The European Cup, a new addition to the women’s football calendar this season, features 16 teams in a knockout format – a step up from previous participation solely in the Champions League. Sparta will now face either Anderlecht or Austria Vienna in February’s quarter-finals, continuing their quest for continental glory.
the match saw a dominant performance from Sparta, wiht Lucie Khýrová leading the charge with a hat-trick, scoring in the 18th, 36th, and 93rd minutes. Tereza Černá added another goal in the 15th minute, completing the rout.
Sparta Prague’s starting lineup included Harantová, Retkesová (substituted for Bridgesová in the 95th minute), Hanesenová, Pochmanová (substituted for Kotrčová in the 85th minute), Bartoňová, Stárová (substituted for Rancová in the 92nd minute), Černá, Sonntagová, Ospecková, Bergfordová, and Khýrová, coached by Steiner.
