CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv preview and prediction
The match
The UEFA Europa League sees CSKA Sofia take on Maccabi Tel Aviv on Thursday 13 August, kicking off at 19:00 (WAT) at Vasil Levski National Stadium.
Form guide
CSKA Sofia's last 5: WWWDW Most recently they beat Septemvri Sofia 3–0 away. At home they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.8 scored and 0.5 conceded. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Maccabi Tel Aviv's last 5: LWWWL Most recently they lost to CSKA Sofia 0–3 at home. On the road they have won 3 and lost 1 of their last 4. They average 1.8 scored and 1.0 conceded.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 6 August 2026, finished Maccabi Tel Aviv 0–3 CSKA Sofia.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.4 for CSKA Sofia and 1.1 for Maccabi Tel Aviv. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 46%, both teams to score at 52%. Recent games involving both sides have mostly gone over 2.5.
Betting angles
Win chances: CSKA Sofia 45%, draw 22%, Maccabi Tel Aviv 33%.
Both teams to score: yes (52%) at 1.83.
Our prediction
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 75% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: CSKA Sofia 1–1 Maccabi Tel Aviv. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
CSKA Sofia45%fair 2.21 · @2.28
Draw22%fair 4.60 · @3.35
Maccabi Tel Aviv33%fair 3.04 · @3.00
2.55Expected goals
1.41CSKA Sofia xG
1.14Maccabi Tel Aviv xG
52%Both score
46%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
1–011%
0–19%
2–19%
0–08%
2–08%
From our goals model: CSKA Sofia 1.4 – 1.1 Maccabi Tel Aviv expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?
On our numbers CSKA Sofia have a 45% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Maccabi Tel Aviv 33%.
How many goals will there be in CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 46% likely and both teams score 52% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?
Our predicted score is CSKA Sofia 1–1 Maccabi Tel Aviv, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv?
CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv (UEFA Europa League) kicks off on Thursday 13 August 2026 at 19:00 (West Africa Time) at Vasil Levski National Stadium.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.