Follow live text commentary, score updates and match stats from Bayer Leverkusen vs Sparta Prague in the UEFA Champions League

Bayer Leverkusen's hopes of qualifying directly for the UEFA Champions League round of 16 hinge on the result of their final game of the league phase against Sparta Prague on Wednesday (kick-off: 9pm CET).

The Bundesliga champions spent much of the contest camped inside their opponents' half but were unable to add to their advantage before the interval

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Letna Stadium forms the backdrop for a ‘David vs Goliath’ UEFA Champions League clash between Sparta Prague and Inter. Spirits are conflicting in this Wednesday-held European fixture, with the