CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv

UEFA Europa League3rd Qualifying Round

CSKA Sofia

Full Time
1–3
HT: 0–1

Maccabi Tel Aviv

Ref: D. SchlagerStadion Bâlgarska Armija, Sofia · 22,015 cap
Fipster Pick
Away WinlowHit
Full-time story

Maccabi Tel Aviv cruise past CSKA Sofia

A commanding performance sees Maccabi Tel Aviv secure a comfortable win in Sofia.

Maccabi Tel Aviv set the tone early with goals in the 7th and 12th minutes, courtesy of an unknown scorer and Dor Peretz, establishing a strong lead. They extended their advantage after the break through E. Sokler before CSKA Sofia's S. Sensi pulled one back. An own goal by F. Lapoukhov sealed the 3-1 victory for the visitors. Fipster's low-confidence prediction of an away win was on the money, though the margin was more decisive than expected.

Qualifying — two-legged tieLeg 2 of 2Decisive leg
First leg:
Maccabi Tel Aviv 0 3 CSKA Sofia
Aggregate:
Maccabi Tel Aviv 3 4 CSKA Sofia
Advances:
CSKA Sofia
FıpsterSelf-Score Card
Underconfident✓ Hit
Fipster's Pick✓
1–2
HT 1–0
Final Result
1–3
HT 0–1
86%Excellent
A
✓Outcome✗Exact Score✓BTTS✓Over/Under 2.5✗Halftime
Fipster's self review14 Aug 2026

Outcome probability

CSKA Sofia 32%Draw 33%Maccabi Tel Aviv 35%

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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