How to watch Bayer Leverkusen vs Sparta Praha; Champions League matchday 8 broadcast

The Bayer Leverkusen vs Sparta Praha match will be broadcast on Paramount+ and ViX Premium on Wednesday, January 29, at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT. From the BayArena, Bayer Leverkusen, led by Xabi Alonso, will aim to consolidate their leadership in the Champions League, while Sparta Praha, under Lars Friis, will look to surprise and secure a positive result in a challenging setting. Learn how both teams are performing, their recent results, and the possible lineups for this encounter.

How Is Bayer Leverkusen Performing?

Bayer Leverkusen has shown impressive form this season, with a solid combination of attack and defense that makes them favorites in this match. In their most recent game, they drew 2-2 against RB Leipzig in the Bundesliga, rescuing a point thanks to their offensive efficiency in the final minutes. Previously, they suffered a narrow 2-1 loss to Atletico de Madrid in the Champions League, a match where they displayed high quality but were undone by defensive lapses.

Additionally, they achieved a convincing 3-1 win against Borussia M’gladbach, showcasing their ability to control the pace of the game and capitalize on attacking opportunities. Before this, they defeated Mainz 1-0, highlighting their defensive solidity and ability to close down spaces. Lastly, they secured a 3-2 victory over Borussia Dortmund in an exhilarating match, cementing their reputation as one of Europe’s most dynamic teams.

Recent Bayer Leverkusen Matches:

• Jan. 25: RB Leipzig 2-2 Bayer Leverkusen
• Jan. 21: Atletico de Madrid 2-1 Bayer Leverkusen
• Jan. 18: Bayer Leverkusen 3-1 Borussia M’gladbach
• Jan. 14: Bayer Leverkusen 1-0 Mainz
• Jan. 10: Borussia Dortmund 2-3 Bayer Leverkusen

How Is Sparta Praha Performing?

Sparta Praha comes into this match needing to improve their Champions League performance after several inconsistent results that have left them in a challenging position. In their most recent game, they lost 1-0 to Inter Milan, where their defense kept the scoreline close, but they failed to capitalize on offensive opportunities. Before this, they achieved an emphatic 3-0 victory over Bodo Glimt in a friendly, showcasing their attacking potential.

In another game, they defeated Malmo 3-1, demonstrating their ability to exploit defensive errors from their opponents. Similarly, they secured a 2-1 win over Baumit Jablonec in their domestic league, highlighting solid performances in local competitions. However, they suffered a 4-2 loss to Feyenoord in the Champions League, underlining their difficulties against high-level European teams.

Recent Sparta Praha Matches:

• Jan. 22: Sparta Praha 0-1 Inter Milan
• Jan. 15: Sparta Praha 3-0 Bodo Glimt
• Jan. 10: Malmo 1-3 Sparta Praha
• Dec. 15: Sparta Praha 2-1 Baumit Jablonec
• Dec. 11: Feyenoord 4-2 Sparta Praha

Possible Lineups

Bayer Leverkusen:

• Lucas Hradecky
• Nordi Mukiele
• Jonathan Tah
• Edmond Tapsoba
• Piero Hincapie
• Arthur Augusto de Matos Soares
• Granit Xhaka
• Robert Andrich
• Aleix Garcia
• Florian Wirtz
• Patrik Schick

Sparta Praha:

• Peter Jensen
• Martin Vitik
• Filip Panak
• Asger Sorensen
• Tomas Wiesner
• Lukas Sadilek
• Kaan Kairinen
• Matej Rynes
• Qazim Laci
• Victor Olatunji
• Veljko Birmancevic

Predictions

Odds:

• Bayer Leverkusen: -910
• Draw: +950
• Sparta Praha: +2000

Match Details

• Date: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
• Time: 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT
• Tournament: Champions League
• Stadium: BayArena

How to Watch Bayer Leverkusen vs Sparta Praha Live?

• Broadcast: Paramount+ and ViX Premium