NEC vs Levski prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on October 15, 2026
On October 15, 2026, in the second round of the Europa League league phase, NEC Nijmegen and Levski will face each other. Both sides will be hoping to delight their supporters.
NEC - Levski team news and expert analysis
The Nijmegen club was one of last season's sensations in the Eredivisie, finishing third. However, their results have been rather modest so far, with just a couple of victories. They did manage to hold Ajax to a 1-1 draw. The Sofia-based side managed to dislodge long-time favorites Ludogorets and finally become champions. They are now fighting to hold on to top spot. They also beat Cherno More in convincing fashion, winning 2-0.
The Dutch side began their European campaign in the Champions League. They managed to get past Olympiacos but suffered two defeats against Bodø/Glimt. In the current competition, they had no answer to Juventus, losing 0-5 to the giants in Turin.
The Bulgarians also started in Europe's premier club competition. They comfortably overcame Borac Banja Luka, Universitatea Craiova and Kairat, but proved clearly inferior to AEK: after a goalless home draw, they lost 0-4 away. In the Europa League, they suffered a 0-1 defeat to Red Bull Salzburg in September.
Previous matches: NEC - Levski
The Dutch representative is making its European debut. It will also host opponents of this caliber for the first time.
The hosts are considered clear favorites here. However, we believe the more experienced Bulgarians will avoid defeat (odds – 1.93).
NEC - Levski: key stats and trends
- NEC have lost three European matches in a row
- NEC score an average of 1.63 goals and concede 1.75 goals per match
- Both teams score in 88% of NEC's matches, while the average total is 3.38 goals per game
- Levski have failed to win their last three European matches
- Levski score an average of 2.3 goals and concede 0.4 goals per match
- Both teams score in 40% of Levski's matches, while the average total is 2.7 goals per game
NEC - Levski: possible starting lineups
NEC play in a 1-3-4-2-1 formation (possible lineup): Polster - Kabar, Sandler, Storm - Lebreton, Nejašmić, Thomas, Bischoff - Chery, Tadić - Linsssen
Levski play in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation (possible lineup): Vutsov - Maicon Araújo dos Santos, Makoun, Dimitrov, Aldair - Tsvetin, Lobo - Centelles, Oko-Flex, Bala - Reinaldo
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