Prediction: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs CSKA Sofia – Europa League – 06/08/2026
Preview
Maccabi Tel Aviv will host CSKA Sofia at Bloomfield Stadium in Tel Aviv, Israel, on Thursday, 06 August 2026, at 20:00 BST in the Europa League. The Israeli side has been in impressive form, winning four of their last five games, including a 5-0 thrashing of Sheriff in the Europa League. They have also emerged victorious in the Super Cup, defeating Hapoel Be'er Sheva 3-1. In their last five games, Maccabi Tel Aviv have secured three wins and two draws, with no defeats. They have a slight advantage going into this match.
CSKA Sofia, on the other hand, have been performing well in their domestic league, Parva Liga, winning three of their last five games, including a 2-1 victory over Dunav 2010. They have also secured a 5-4 win over Qarabağ in the Europa League. However, they have drawn two games and suffered one defeat in their last five matches. CSKA Sofia will be looking to continue their good form and cause an upset against Maccabi Tel Aviv.
The match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and CSKA Sofia promises to be an exciting encounter, with both teams looking to secure a vital win in the Europa League. The Israeli side's impressive form and recent victories will give them a slight advantage, but CSKA Sofia's determination and recent wins in their domestic league make them a formidable opponent. The stage is set for a thrilling match at Bloomfield Stadium.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Fulltime Result
CSKA Sofia
home
48.34%
draw
23.42%
away
28.24%
Maccabi Tel Aviv will host CSKA Sofia on August 6, 2026, in the Europa League. Our experts believe that Maccabi Tel Aviv has a slight advantage, given their recent form. In their last five games, Maccabi Tel Aviv has been impressive, with four wins and one loss. They defeated Sheriff 1-0 in the Europa League, thrashed Sheriff 5-0 in the same competition, and won the Super Cup against Hapoel Be'er Sheva 3-1. However, they did suffer a 1-0 defeat to IMT Novi Beograd in a Club Friendlies 3 match.
CSKA Sofia, on the other hand, has had a mixed bag of results in their last five games. They won 2-1 against Dunav 2010 in the Parva Liga, defeated Qarabağ 5-4 in the Europa League, and won 3-2 against Botev Plovdiv in the same league. However, they drew 0-0 against Qarabağ in the Europa League and Slavia Sofia in the Parva Liga.
Our experts believe that Maccabi Tel Aviv's recent victories and impressive goal difference give them a slight edge over CSKA Sofia. However, CSKA Sofia's ability to draw against tough opponents in Qarabağ and Slavia Sofia suggests that they are a team not to be underestimated. In a closely contested match, our experts predict that Maccabi Tel Aviv will emerge victorious, but CSKA Sofia will push them hard.
It's worth noting that Maccabi Tel Aviv's key player, , is expected to miss the game due to an injury. On the other hand, CSKA Sofia's key player, , is expected to start despite being in good shape but with some minor issues.
There are no rumors about the match that have been circulating online. Both teams seem to be focused on the game and are eager to get a positive result.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Double Chance
CSKA Sofia
draw_home
71.76%
draw_away
51.66%
home_away
76.58%
Our statistical model recommends a Double Chance bet on Maccabi Tel Aviv for the game against CSKA Sofia, considering this a moderate risk bet.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Both Teams To Score
CSKA Sofia
yes
57.59%
no
42.41%
Our experts believe that both teams have a good chance of scoring in the match between Maccabi Tel Aviv and CSKA Sofia. In the last five games, Maccabi Tel Aviv scored a total of 5 goals, while CSKA Sofia found the net 9 times. Based on recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Over/Under
CSKA Sofia
Over 1.5
yes
78.89%
no
21.11%
Over 2.5
yes
56.88%
no
43.12%
Over 3.5
yes
34.17%
no
65.83%
Over 4.5
yes
20.79%
no
79.21%
Our statistical model recommends betting on Over/Under 2.5 Probability goals in the game between Maccabi Tel Aviv and CSKA Sofia. In the last five games, Maccabi Tel Aviv scored a total of 15 goals, while CSKA Sofia scored 20 goals. Considering recent performance and offensive capability shown by both teams, this is a moderado risk bet.
Recent form
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Wins
5/6 (83.33%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
1/6 (16.67%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.5
Both score 33.33%
Goals scored 2
Goals conceded 0.5
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
State Cup - 26/05/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 30/06/2026
Club Friendlies 3 - 03/07/2026
Super Cup - 16/07/2026
Europa League - 23/07/2026
Europa League - 30/07/2026
CSKA Sofia
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
2/6 (33.33%)
Losses
0/6 (0%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 3.33
Both score 66.67%
Goals scored 2
Goals conceded 1.33
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
Europa League - 16/07/2026
First League - 20/07/2026
Europa League - 23/07/2026
First League - 27/07/2026
Europa League - 30/07/2026
First League - 02/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Maccabi Tel Aviv
Maccabi Tel Aviv is gearing up for the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026 Europa League, set to face CSKA Sofia. The Israeli side has been in impressive form, with a recent string of victories that have seen them assert their dominance on the pitch. Their last five games have been a testament to their skills, with a 5-0 thrashing of Sheriff in the Europa League followed by a 3-1 win over Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Super Cup. Maccabi Tel Aviv's recent performances have been nothing short of impressive, with a 1-0 win over Alashkert in a Club Friendlies 3 match and a 1-0 defeat to IMT Novi Beograd in another Club Friendlies 3 game. Their Europa League campaign has been equally successful, with a 1-0 win over Sheriff and a 5-0 thrashing of the same opponent in their previous matches. As Maccabi Tel Aviv prepares to face CSKA Sofia, they will be looking to maintain their momentum and continue their winning streak. With their recent form and experience in the Europa League, they will be confident of overcoming the Bulgarian side and progressing to the next stage of the competition. The stage is set for an exciting encounter between two teams with different styles and approaches, and only time will tell who will emerge victorious.Latest news and statistics from CSKA Sofia
CSKA Sofia is gearing up for the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League, set to face Maccabi Tel Aviv. The Bulgarian side has been on a roll, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. Their recent form has seen them secure a 2-1 victory over Dunav 2010 in the Parva Liga, followed by a thrilling 5-4 win over Qarabağ in the Europa League. They also managed to come from behind to draw 0-0 with Qarabağ, showcasing their resilience and determination. In the Parva Liga, CSKA Sofia has been impressive, defeating Botev Plovdiv 3-2 and holding Slavia Sofia to a 0-0 draw. This consistency in their performances has given them a solid foundation to build upon as they prepare to take on Maccabi Tel Aviv. The Israeli side will undoubtedly provide a stern test, but CSKA Sofia's recent form suggests they are ready to take on the challenge. As CSKA Sofia looks to progress in the Europa League, they will be relying on their experienced squad to deliver the goods. Their team's ability to adapt and perform under pressure will be crucial in determining the outcome of this match. With their recent results and performances in mind, CSKA Sofia appears to be a team on the rise, and their encounter with Maccabi Tel Aviv is sure to be an exciting one.Maccabi Tel Aviv
latest line-ups
CSKA Sofia
Lineup
22.
Ofek Melika
21.
Noam Ben Harush
5.
Mohamed Camara
13.
Raz Shlomo
3.
Roy Revivo
42.
Dor Peretz
28.
Issouf Sissokho
36.
Ido Shahar
11.
Sagiv Jehezkel
34.
Sayed Abu Farkhi
29.
Hélio Varela
Lineup
Fedor Lapoukhov
21.
Mohamed Brahimi
11.
Teodor Ivanov
14.
Facundo Rodríguez
32.
Andrey Yordanov
19.
James Eto'o
99.
Bruno Jordão
6.
Petko Panayotov
30.
Alejandro Piedrahita
77.
Joël Zwarts
10.
Léo Pereira
38.
Bench
10.
Kervin Andrade
18.
Dan Glazer
23.
Ori Azo
24.
Noam Schwartz
25.
Shahar Rosen
30.
Itamar Noy
41.
Itay Ben Hemo
50.
Idan Trau
51.
Shalev Saadya
59.
Lotem Assras
60.
Ilay Ben Simon
77.
Osher Davida
Bench
Pastor
2.
Jean-Philippe Gbamin
5.
Maks Ebong
7.
Stefano Sensi
8.
Leandro Godoy
9.
Ángelo Martino
17.
Dimitar Evtimov
25.
Ioannis Pittas
28.
Vasil Kaymakanov
34.
Alex Tunchev
91.
Isaac Solet
94.
Maccabi Tel Aviv vs CSKA Sofia FAQ
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The game between Maccabi Tel Aviv and CSKA Sofia will start at 17:00 Brasília time on 06/08/2026.
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