CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag prediction: team news, lineups, expert analysis
In the quarterfinals of the Europa League qualifiers on July 30, 2026, the second leg between CSKA Sofia and Qarabag will take place. The winner will advance to the next round.
CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Sofia finished fourth last season. More importantly, they managed to win the national cup at the same time. They have already started the new championship and have played against Slavia and Botev. Earlier in the Europa League, the Bulgarians overcame Derry City: 3-2 at home and 2-1 away.
The Baku powerhouse has long dominated the national scene. Last season, they even reached the main round of the Champions League. However, they fell behind Sabah in the spring, ultimately finishing only second domestically. As a result, they had to start from the Europa League, where their first opponent was Vestri from Iceland's second division. Unsurprisingly, they won both matches convincingly — 3-0 each.
In Azerbaijan, the visitors managed to surprise by keeping a clean sheet. The result was a goalless draw.
Previous Matches: CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag
Previously, there were only friendly encounters between the sides. Gurbangurbanov's team started with a defeat in 2017, but then secured two victories.
The pair is still considered evenly matched. However, the visitors are more experienced — we suggest betting on their win with a "0" handicap (odds – 1.98).
CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag: Key Statistics and Trends
- CSKA Sofia has drawn two matches in a row
- The club averages 1.31 goals scored and only 0.83 conceded per match
- Qarabag has won two of their last three matches
- On average, Qarabag scores 2.15 goals and concedes 0.82 goals per match
- 45% of Qarabag matches feature goals from both teams and an average total of 2.9 goals per match
CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag: Probable Starting Lineups
CSKA Sofia lines up in a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Lapoukhov - Martino, Rodriguez, Ivanov, Pastor - Sensi, Bruno Jordao, Gbamin, Ebong - Godoy, Pittas
Qarabag lines up in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Kochalski - Langa, Varkonyi, Guseynov, Mateus - Jankovic, Bicalho - Zoubir, Kady, Kashchuk - Savo
Follow the Europa League qualification standings and check your team's form before placing a bet on the next match.
