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Sonne Debuts for Sparta Prague With Assist to Grimaldo in 3-0 Win

Coach Brian Priske’s praise underscored Sparta’s belief that new arrivals can sustain a title push.

Overview

  • On loan from Burnley, Oliver Sonne made his first Sparta appearance and immediately contributed in the league victory over Dukla.
  • Sonne entered in the 82nd minute for Pavel Kadeřábek and set up Joao Grimaldo for the third goal to cap the away win.
  • Priske described Sonne as an offensively strong, fast fullback with a quality right foot and emphasized honest defensive work.
  • The coach said Grimaldo shows strong ball skills but must improve his physical condition to adjust to the Czech league’s intensity.
  • Sparta sit second in the table behind Slavia Praha, drew favorable local media reviews of Sonne’s debut, and highlighted the play with a club video as they prepare to visit Zlín on February 8.