Tournament: Champions League Qualification
Venue: Fortuna Arena (Prague)
Game Time: August 7, 2024, 13:00
Slavia Prague and Royal Union will face each other in the Champions League semi-finals on August 7, 2024. The Czechs will try to use their experience to secure an advantage over the Belgians.
Key Statistics and Trends
- Slavia Prague:
- Has won 9 out of their last 11 matches.
- Unbeaten in their last 15 matches.
- Unbeaten in their last 9 home matches.
- Wins the first half in 46% of matches.
- Royal Union:
- Has not lost since mid-April.
- Unbeaten in their last 6 away matches.
- Wins the first half in 43% of matches.
Team Analysis
Slavia Prague: "The Stitched" have struggled to regain their leading position, having lost the race to neighboring Sparta for the second consecutive season. Under coach Trpišovský, Slavia Prague started the new season with a goalless draw against Slovácko but then thrashed České Budějovice 4-0. They secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Slovan in Liberec.
Royal Union: "Les Unionistes" finished as vice-champions last season and added the Belgian Cup to their achievements. Under Pocognoli, they won the Super Cup in July. However, they started the Jupiler League with a goalless draw against the newcomer, Dender, but won 1-0 against Beerschot.
Team News
Slavia Prague:
- Injuries: Buzek, Chaloupek, Chytil, Masopust, Ogungbayi, Stanek, Vlcek, and Zafeiris.
Royal Union:
- Injuries: Burgess, Sykes, van de Perre.
Possible Starting Lineups
Slavia Prague (possible lineup):
- Kinsky – Bořil, Ogbu, Holes – Diouf, Dorley, Prebsl, Doudera – Provod, Fila, Schranz.
Royal Union (possible lineup):
- Maris – Leysen, Machida, Mac Allister – Teklab, Puertas, Vanhoutte, Sadiki, Castro-Montes – Eckert, Kabangu.
Head to Head Matches: Slavia Prague vs Royal Union
This will be the first time these teams meet in an official match.
Free Prediction for the Match: Slavia Prague vs Royal Union
Both clubs are strong, making it challenging for Slavia Prague to justify their status as the undisputed favorite. For now, a cautious approach is recommended with a bet on "total: under 2.5" goals.
Prediction: Total Under 2.5 Goals (odds – 1.8).
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