OL benefit from fortunate own goal against Sparta Prague in Champions League third qualifying round first leg | OneFootball

OL took a fortunate lead against Sparta Prague in the Champions League third qualifying round first leg, courtesy of an own goal just before half-time.

According to L'Équipe, Sparta had the better of the first half until the decisive moment arrived late in the period.

Moments after the visitors squandered a clear chance to go ahead, Vinicius Abner swung in a cross that sparked chaos in the area.

Corentin Tolisso, arriving near the penalty spot, failed to control, and defender Martin Suchomel’s attempt to intercept sent the ball off his knee.

The deflection wrong-footed his goalkeeper and rolled into the net. Arriving on 45 minutes, it proved a timely break for OL.

Source: L'Équipe

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