CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv

UEFA Europa League3rd Qualifying Round

CSKA Sofia

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Maccabi Tel Aviv

Stadion Bâlgarska Armija, Sofia · 22,015 cap
Fipster Pick
Away Winlow
Qualifying — two-legged tieLeg 2 of 2Decisive legDecisive leg pending
First leg:
Maccabi Tel Aviv 0 3 CSKA Sofia
Aggregate:
Maccabi Tel Aviv 0 3 CSKA Sofia

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The 3rd Qualifying Round fixture between CSKA Sofia and Maccabi Tel Aviv promises an intriguing battle, with both sides eager to progress further in the competition. Early signs suggest a tightly contested match with momentum swings likely.

FıpsterPredicted Scoreline
Pre-Match
1–2
Half-time1–0
Maccabi Tel Aviv Win
LOW
Confidence
CSKA Sofia 32%Draw 33%Maccabi Tel Aviv 35%

The context

CSKA Sofia have been consistent in this competition, remaining unbeaten in five matches with three wins and two draws, scoring seven goals and conceding three. Maccabi Tel Aviv have played three matches here, winning two and losing one, netting six goals while conceding two. The sides have met once before, with CSKA Sofia claiming victory in that encounter.

Match factors

Form Momentummedium

CSKA Sofia's recent scoring consistency

CSKA Sofia have scored in 3 of their last 5 matches, showing positive attacking form at home.

Form Momentumhigh

Maccabi Tel Aviv's strong away scoring

Maccabi Tel Aviv average 5 goals away in last 2 matches, indicating potent attack on the road.

Statistical Edgemedium

Maccabi Tel Aviv's clean sheet record

Maccabi Tel Aviv kept clean sheets in 2 of last 3 matches, showing defensive solidity away.

Injury Impacthigh

No confirmed injuries for either team

Both teams have no confirmed absences, so full squads likely available for tactical setups.

Analysis

CSKA Sofia have shown decent attacking form at home, scoring in three of their last five matches, while Maccabi Tel Aviv boast a potent away attack, averaging five goals in their last two away fixtures. Defensively, Maccabi have kept two clean sheets in their last three matches, indicating solidity at the back. Both teams have full squads available, so tactical setups should be at full strength. The prediction suggests CSKA Sofia may start strong, leading 1-0 at halftime, but Maccabi Tel Aviv's resilience and attacking prowess could see them overturn the deficit to win 2-1.

Key facts

  1. 1.CSKA Sofia are unbeaten in five matches in this competition (W3 D2 L0).
  2. 2.Maccabi Tel Aviv have won two of their three matches in this competition (W2 D0 L1).
  3. 3.CSKA Sofia have scored in three of their last five home matches.
  4. 4.Maccabi Tel Aviv average five goals in their last two away matches.
  5. 5.Maccabi Tel Aviv have kept two clean sheets in their last three matches.
  6. 6.The only previous meeting between these teams was won by CSKA Sofia.
  7. 7.No confirmed injuries for either team, so full squads are expected.
  8. 8.Prediction includes four total cards, indicating a physical game.

Prediction

Despite CSKA Sofia's early advantage, Maccabi Tel Aviv are expected to rally in the second half and secure a 2-1 victory. The match is likely to feature four cards, reflecting a competitive and physical encounter. This outcome aligns with the statistical probabilities and recent form trends observed for both teams.

The verdict

In summary, expect a match of two halves with CSKA Sofia taking an early lead, only for Maccabi Tel Aviv to respond and claim the win. Fans should prepare for a spirited contest with tactical adjustments and moments of quality deciding the outcome.

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