Stade Brestois continues to defy expectations this season. Despite struggling for consistency in Ligue 1, where they sit in a disappointing 11th place, the team seems to transform in the Champions League. Remaining undefeated since the start of the European competition, Eric Roy's squad secured a key 2-1 victory against Sparta Prague on Wednesday, marking their fourth consecutive match without a loss in the tournament.

With three wins and a draw, Brest occupies an unexpected fourth position in the overall Champions League regular season standings. Kenny Lala, one of the team’s standout players, expressed his pride after the victory, responding to those who doubted the Breton team. “People didn't count on us, and here we are. I hope this will change mindsets,” he stated.

Beyond their desire to prove they deserve their spot in the Champions League, the "Pirates" have displayed impressive performance in each match, maintaining an intensity and maturity surprising for a team inexperienced at this level. Coach Eric Roy highlighted his team's control and tactical preparation in the match. “I am proud to see that, although we are newcomers at this level, we manage to match the intensity and impact,” he commented post-game.

Now, Brest is gearing up for an even greater challenge in three weeks, when they face FC Barcelona. Roy acknowledged that defeating the Catalans is a daunting task and joked about hoping that Barça “slows down a bit” before their encounter. However, before focusing on this historic match, Brest returns to Ligue 1 this weekend, seeking to maintain their European momentum against Montpellier and improve their position in the domestic league.

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