Sparta Prague takes an early lead against Salzburg; Shakhtar Donetsk misses a penalty
Sparta Prague scores an early goal against Salzburg
Sparta Prague has taken an early lead against Red Bull Salzburg in their UEFA Champions League third qualifying round second leg match. The Czech side scored in the 10th minute through Lukas Haraslin. The goal gives Sparta a 1-0 lead on the night and a 2-1 lead on aggregate.
Shakhtar Donetsk misses a penalty against Monaco
In the other UEFA Champions League third qualifying round second leg match, Shakhtar Donetsk missed a penalty against Monaco. The Ukrainian side was awarded a spot-kick in the 25th minute after Mykola Matviyenko was fouled in the area. However, Taras Stepanenko's penalty was saved by Alexander Nübel. The match is currently goalless, with Monaco holding a 1-0 lead on aggregate.
Sparta Prague looking to reach the Champions League group stage
Sparta Prague is looking to reach the Champions League group stage for the first time since 2005. The Czech side has a good chance of doing so after taking an early lead against Salzburg. However, they will need to be careful not to concede an away goal, as that would put them at a disadvantage.
Shakhtar Donetsk hoping to avoid an upset against Monaco
Shakhtar Donetsk is hoping to avoid an upset against Monaco. The Ukrainian side is the favorite to win the tie, but they will need to be careful not to concede a goal at home. If they do, Monaco will be in a strong position to qualify for the Champions League group stage.
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