Levski vs AEK Athens prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on August 18, 2026
In the Champions League qualification final on August 18, 2026, Levski will face AEK Athens in the first leg. Both teams are eager for success.
Levski vs AEK Athens: Team News and Expert Analysis
The club from Sofia is rightly considered one of the most decorated sides in its country. Since the start of the century, like many others, it remained in the shadow of Ludogorets. However, last season, the popular capital club managed to end that dominance and finally reclaimed the top spot. Moreover, they have started the current domestic campaign with a series of victories. In the Champions League, the Bulgarians have already progressed past Borac Banja Luka (1-1 and 4-0), Universitatea Craiova (1-0 and 2-2), and Kairat (twice 1-0).
The team from Athens managed to return to the top of the Super League last season, even finishing ahead of Olympiacos. However, in Greece, the new season will start exactly between the Champions League qualification matches—their first league game will be at home against Iraklis. Therefore, their campaign effectively kicks off with European competition.
This season, the hosts average 1.0 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per game. Their next opponent has posted 1.78 goals scored and nearly three times fewer conceded—0.63 per match.
Previous Matches: Levski vs AEK Athens
Although these are historic giants from neighboring countries, they have never met before in official competition.
The hosts are already in full swing and showing good football. We expect them to win with a "0" handicap (odds – 2.0).
Levski vs AEK Athens: Key Statistics and Trends
- Levski have won four of their last six official matches
- The team averaged 1.97 goals scored and 0.69 conceded per game
- AEK Athens have won five of their last seven matches—but all were friendlies
- The club averaged 1.78 goals scored and 0.63 goals conceded per game
Levski vs AEK Athens: Probable Starting Lineups
Levski play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (probable lineup): Vutsov - Sentelles, Serafimov, Dimitrov, Aldair - Mubarak, Trdin - Bala, Lobo, Oko-Flex - Reynaldo
AEK Athens line up in a 1-4-4-2 formation (probable lineup): Brignoli - Pilios, Relvas, Mukudi, Rota - Pereira, Pineda, Marin, Koita - Zini, Jovic
Place your bet on the upcoming match and follow the team's progress in the Champions League qualification standings
