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Rapid Wien v Sparta Praha – UEFA Champions League Second Qualifying Round VIENNA, AUSTRIA – JULY 20: (BILD ZEITUNG OUT) Kevin Wimmer (SK Rapid), Adam Hlozek of Sparta Prag and Maximilian Hofmann of SK Rapid Wien battle for the ball during the UEFA Champions League Second Qualifying Round between Rapid Wien and Sparta Praha at Weststadion on July 20, 2021 in Vienna, Austria. (Photo by Philipp Schalber/DIENER/DeFodi Images via Getty Images)

Sparta Prague came into this tie as overwhelming favourites, although that’s less so the case half way through.

A week ago, these two clubs played out a goalless draw at Generali Česká pojišťovna Arena, meaning it’s winners takes all in Stavanger.

The Maroons have appeared in 16 UEFA group phases since their first in 1997, reaching the Europa Conference League knockout phase last season.

Thus, it would be a major setback if Brian Priske’s team fell at the first hurdle.

The Norwegian club have actually lost their last two ties on the continent, beaten by Honka in 2008 and Aberdeen two years ago.

However, having drawn in the Czech capital, the Dark Blues are in a great position to complete the upset.

Whoever does prevail will meet Motherwell or Sligo Roves in the Europa Conference League third qualifying round.