CSKA Sofia vs OFI prediction: expert analysis, possible lineups, August 27, 2026
In the Europa League qualification final on August 27, 2026, the second leg between CSKA Sofia and OFI will take place. Only a big win will save the hosts.
CSKA Sofia vs OFI: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Sofia finished last season in fourth place but added a domestic cup to their trophy case. After the summer break, they started with a goalless draw against Slavia, then went on a winning streak. In European competition, they began with two victories over Derry City, then caused a sensation against Qarabag. After goalless draws in both legs, they eliminated the Azerbaijani side in a penalty shoot-out. They also thrashed Maccabi Tel Aviv 3-0, although then lost 1-3 at home.
The team from Heraklion finished only seventh in the previous league, but created a sensation in the cup by winning the trophy. Moreover, this summer they started the new season by winning the Super Cup. Against the league champion, AEK, they drew 2-2 and then triumphed in penalties. In the opening round of the new season, they beat Volos 2-0.
On Thursday in Crete, Fountas scored at the start of each half. Ultimately, the hosts secured a 3-0 victory.
Previous Matches: CSKA Sofia vs OFI
The clubs rarely meet in European competitions, so it’s not surprising they had never faced each other before last week.
It is unlikely the hosts have much chance of a full comeback – but they are obliged to at least try. The prediction is a win for the Bulgarians with a -1 goal handicap (odds – 1.67).
CSKA Sofia vs OFI: Key Statistics and Trends
- CSKA Sofia lost their second match out of seven in qualification
- On average, CSKA Sofia scores 2.6 goals and concedes 0.6 goals per match
- 40% of CSKA Sofia’s matches end with both teams scoring; the average total goals per match is 3.2
- OFI have won both of their last matches
- The club scores an average of 1.34 goals, conceding 1.72
CSKA Sofia vs OFI: Probable Lineups
CSKA Sofia use a 1-4-3-3 formation (probable lineup): Lapoukhov – Yordanov, Rodriguez, Gbamin, Ivanov – Sensi, Ebong, David Lima – Eto'o, Pittas, Godoy. Brahimi was sent off in the previous match.
OFI use a 1-3-4-3 formation (probable lineup): Christogeorgos – Poungouras, Sielis, Kostoulas – Athanasiou, Bouchalakis, Androutsos, Apostolakis – Cantalapiedra, Nuss, Fountas
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