Ticket Sparta v. Žižkov, 2005

Product detailed description

Condition: as found, good

Dimensions: 7 cm × 10 cm

A proper Prague clash in the second tier! Original ticket for the Czech 2. liga match AC Sparta Praha B v FK Viktoria Žižkov, played on Sunday 6 November 2005 with a 10.15 am kick-off at the Toyota Arena at Letná (now epet ARENA). The ticket features the Sparta and Gambrinus liga crests, sponsors Eurotel, Blesk, Toyota and Nike, a security hologram and a printed barcode. Entrance 1, sector A4, row 13, seat 2, price 60 CZK incl. 5% VAT. The stub has been torn off, as is usual with tickets used for entry.

Facts at a glance

• Item: football match ticket, stub torn off
• Match: AC Sparta Praha B v FK Viktoria Žižkov
• Competition: Czech 2. liga (second tier)
• Date and time: 6 November 2005, 10.15 am
• Stadium: Toyota Arena, Letná, Prague 7 (now epet ARENA)
• Seat: entrance 1, sector A4, row 13, seat 2
• Price: 60 CZK incl. 5% VAT
• Features: AC Sparta Praha and Gambrinus liga crests, sponsors Eurotel, Blesk, Toyota, Nike, security hologram, barcode

Expert note – FAQ

What was Sparta Prague's Letná stadium called in the past?
Sparta Prague's Letná stadium was called the Toyota Arena from 2003 to 2007. It then became the AXA Arena, the Generali Arena from 2009, briefly the Generali Česká pojišťovna Arena, and since 2022 it has been named epet ARENA. Tickets bearing a period stadium name help date a match precisely.

Are tickets from second-tier matches collectable?
Tickets for reserve team and second-tier matches survive in smaller numbers than those for major league or cup fixtures. Crowds were smaller and few spectators kept their tickets. This makes them an interesting addition to any club collection.

How should I store old football tickets?
Store paper tickets in polypropylene or acid-free sleeves, never in soft PVC. Protect them from light, heat and humidity, as printed details may fade over time. Do not glue them into albums or laminate them, as this reduces their collector value.