Sparta Prague suffered a 1-0 defeat to Lyon in the first leg of their Champions League third qualifying round match. The decisive goal came as a result of a defensive error by Sparta’s Surovcik. Both Lyon’s Tolisso and Sparta’s Karabec had opportunities to score but failed to convert their chances. The match was closely followed via an online report starting at 9:00 PM. Sparta's hopes of continuing in the Champions League now rest on the return leg. The second match will determine whether they progress further in the competition or are eliminated. The return leg promises to be a crucial encounter for the Czech side.