April 9, 2025, marks a pivotal clash in the Czech
Extraliga as
Sparta Prague squares off against
HC Kometa Brno. With both teams eager to secure a victory, this promises to be a thrilling contest, if their past encounters are anything to go by.
Roster Rundown
Sparta Prague boasts a robust lineup, with Michal Kempny standing out in defense. With an impressive record of 15 assists this season, Kempny's passng precision is key to their transition game. Another player to watch is Michal Repik, who leads the team with 20 goals. His ability to bury chances makes him a constant threat. Roman Horak, known for his versatility, has contributed 12 assists, and his two-way play is crucial in both ends of the rink. Goalie Josef Korenar has been a rock between the pipes, boasting a save percentage of .920. Alas, Sparta will miss the presence of Vladimir Sobotka and Michal Moravcik, both out due to injuries, which could impact their depth.
HC Kometa Brno counters with an equally formidable squad. Tomas Marcinko, with a knack for finding open ice, has tallied 18 goals this season. Marek Daloga is a force on defense, chipping in with 10 assists. Kristian Pospisil, though not a high scorer, adds grit to their forward lines with his physical play. Between the pipes, Gasper Kroselj has been stellar, maintaining a .915 save average. But they'll be without Hynek Zohorna and Peter Mueller—two significant absences that might complicate their offensive strategies.
Head-to-Head
Historically, these two teams have battled fiercely, with Sparta taking 34 wins to Kometa's 30 in their last 64 encounters. Recent results have seen a pattern of alternating victories, suggesting a tightly contested rivalry.
Recent Form
Sparta Prague's recent games have been a mixed bag, their last five outings featuring a single win against Ocelari Trinec (3-2). They’ve stumbled against Kometa Brno, losing 0:1, 3:0, 3:0, and 2:3.
HC Kometa Brno's form mirrors their opponent's, with their sole victory in the last five matches being a narrow 1:0 win over Karlovy Vary. Their recent encounters with Sparta ended unfavorably—0:1, 3:0, 3:0, and 2:3 losses.
Wrap-Up
As both teams gear up for this crucial match, Sparta's offensive depth remains a question mark without Sobotka. Meanwhile, Kometa's defense, led by Daloga, will need to tighten up if they're to clinch victory in this heated rivalry. Korenar's performance in goal could be the deciding factor, while Kometa will look to exploit any defensive lapses from their opponents.
Summary
Based on recent form and head-to-head stats,
Sparta Prague might have a slight edge given their historical performance against Kometa Brno. With Repik's scoring prowess and Korenar's goaltending acumen, they seem poised to break their recent losing streak. But if Kometa can capitalize on Sparta’s defensive gaps, they could tip the scales in their favor. This one’s set to be a nail-biter, with every shot potentially changing the game's course.
Match Odds Sparta Prague – HC Kometa Brno
Leon's odds are 1.65 on Sparta Prague winning at home.
At this moment our odds are equal to 4.79 on HC Kometa Brno visiting team's winning.
Draw odds are 4.43.
