Sparta Praha Women 0 – 0 Union Berlin Women
International Club Friendly | 18 July 2026, 22:00

In a tightly contested pre‑season friendly, Sparta Praha Women and Union Berlin Women played out a goalless draw in the Czech capital. Both sides showed strong defensive discipline and plenty of running, but clear‑cut chances were at a premium on an evening when the final third lacked sharpness.

Defences on top from the start

The match began at a brisk pace, with both teams pressing aggressively. Sparta Praha, playing on home soil, enjoyed slightly more possession in the opening quarter, but Union Berlin’s compact 4‑4‑2 shape ensured that few passes penetrated their defensive lines. The German side’s centre‑back pairing of Julia Werner and Maren Köhler was particularly impressive, making several crucial interceptions.

Union Berlin’s best chance of the first half came from a swift counter‑attack in the 30th minute. Forward Lisa Brandt raced through on goal, but Sparta goalkeeper Tereza Nováková rushed out to smother the shot. At the other end, Sparta’s captain Klára Dvořáková saw her long‑range effort tipped over the bar by Union keeper Anna Lehmann.

Second half – more industry, fewer openings

The second half followed a similar pattern. Sparta introduced fresh legs, but Union Berlin’s midfield, led by Sara Beck, worked tirelessly to break up play. The best opportunity of the entire match fell to Sparta’s substitute Eva Malá in the 72nd minute. She connected with a cross from the right, but her header flew straight at Lehmann.

Union Berlin pushed for a late winner in the final ten minutes, but Sparta’s defence, anchored by Lucie Procházková, held firm. The final whistle confirmed a fair result – neither side did enough to deserve victory, but both will have benefited from the competitive workout.

What the draw means

• Sparta Praha – Solid defensively but need more creativity in the final third. Coach Petr Hulka will look to sharpen attacking combinations before the league season.
• Union Berlin – Showed organisation and resilience. The clean sheet is a positive sign, though scoring remains a work in progress.
• Friendly context – Pre‑season matches are about fitness and system implementation. This disciplined display suggests both sides are building a strong foundation.

Neither team will be overly concerned by the 0‑0 scoreline. For Sparta Praha and Union Berlin, the real tests lie ahead, but this tight encounter provided valuable minutes and tactical insights for both coaching staffs.