Prediction: Maccabi Tel Aviv vs CSKA Sofia – Europa League – 06/08/2026
Preview
Maccabi Tel Aviv will host CSKA Sofia on Thursday, 06 August 2026, at 20:00 BST in the Europa League. The Israelis have been in decent form, with three wins and two defeats in their last five games. They have been particularly impressive in their last two matches, winning 3-1 against Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Super Cup and 5-0 against Sheriff in the Europa League. In contrast, CSKA Sofia have been on a roll, with four wins and one draw in their last five games. They have been dominant in their last two matches, winning 3-2 against Botev Plovdiv in the Parva Liga and 5-4 against Qarabağ in the Europa League. This promises to be an intense match, with both teams looking to assert their dominance. Maccabi Tel Aviv will need to be at their best to contain CSKA Sofia's attacking prowess, while the Bulgarians will need to be solid at the back to prevent the Israelis from causing an upset.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Fulltime Result
CSKA Sofia
home
48.25%
draw
23.45%
away
28.3%
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
71.7%
draw_away
51.75%
home_away
76.55%
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
57.56%
no
42.44%
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 4 goals, while CSKA Sofia found the net 10 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
78.88%
no
21.12%
Over 2.5
yes
56.83%
no
43.17%
Over 3.5
yes
34.13%
no
65.87%
Over 4.5
yes
20.76%
no
79.24%
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.
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Maccabi Tel Aviv x CSKA Sofia Last matches
CSKA Sofia
Maccabi Tel Aviv
100%
Draw
0%
CSKA Sofia
0%
Average statistics (latest matches)
Average goals 3
Both teams score 0
Goals scored(time 1) 0
Goals scored(time 2) 3
Over 2,5 100
Under 2.5 0
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Total results
CSKA Sofia
1 matches
0
wins
/
0
draws
/
1
wins
0
wins
(0%)
0
draws
(0%)
1
wins
(100%)
Recent form
Maccabi Tel Aviv
Wins
4/6 (66.67%)
Draws
0/6 (0%)
Losses
2/6 (33.33%)
Average statistics (latest matches)
Total goals 2.5
Both score 16.67%
Goals scored 1.67
Goals conceded 0.83
Over 2,5 50
Less 2,5 50
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
Europa League - 06/08/2026
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 50%
Goals scored 2.17
Goals conceded 1.17
Over 2,5 66.67
Less 2,5 33.33
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
Europa League - 06/08/2026
Latest news and statistics from Maccabi Tel Aviv
Maccabi Tel Aviv will face a crucial test in the 3rd qualifying round stage of the Europa League as they prepare to take on CSKA Sofia. The Israeli side has been in decent form lately, having won four out of their last five games. They come into this match on the back of a 1-0 victory over Sheriff, which was a notable improvement from their previous defeat to CSKA Sofia in the Europa League. In their last five games, Maccabi Tel Aviv have shown signs of consistency, with their only defeat coming against CSKA Sofia in the Europa League. They have also shown their ability to score goals, with a 5-0 win over Sheriff and a 3-1 victory over Hapoel Be'er Sheva in the Super Cup. However, they will need to be at their best to overcome the challenges posed by CSKA Sofia. The Bulgarian side has a strong record in European competitions and will provide a stiff test for Maccabi Tel Aviv. The Israeli side will need to be well-organized and focused if they are to progress to the next stage of the Europa League. With their recent form and experience in European competitions, Maccabi Tel Aviv will be confident of their chances against CSKA Sofia. As of my knowledge cutoff, there is no specific news regarding Maccabi Tel Aviv that would impact their preparations for this match. However, it is essential to note that the team's performance will depend on various factors, including their team selection, tactics, and player morale.Latest news and statistics from CSKA Sofia
CSKA Sofia is gearing up for the 3rd qualifying round stage of the 2026/2027 Europa League, and their recent form suggests they are a force to be reckoned with. In their last five games, they have shown impressive consistency, with four wins and one draw. Their Europa League campaign has been particularly impressive, with a 5-4 victory over Qarabağ and a 3-0 win over Maccabi Tel Aviv. In the Bulgarian League, they have also been dominant, with wins over Dunav 2010 and Botev Plovdiv. The team's attacking prowess has been a key factor in their success, with a total of 11 goals scored in their last five games. Their defense has also been solid, with only two goals conceded in those matches. This balance between attack and defense will be crucial as they face Maccabi Tel Aviv in the next round. CSKA Sofia's preparation for the upcoming match will be crucial in determining their chances of success. With a strong team and a good run of form, they will be looking to build on their recent victories and make a statement in the Europa League. Their coach will be looking to maintain the team's momentum and make strategic changes to their lineup to counter their opponents' strengths. With the team's recent performance, they will be confident of their ability to overcome any challenge that comes their way.
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Maccabi Tel Aviv
lineup
CSKA Sofia
Lineup
22.
Ofek Melika
41.
Itay Ben Hemo
5.
Mohamed Camara
13.
Raz Shlomo
25.
Shahar Rosen
30.
Itamar Noy
36.
Ido Shahar
28.
Issouf Sissokho
42.
Dor Peretz
29.
Hélio Varela
34.
Sayed Abu Farkhi
Lineup
Fedor Lapoukhov
21.
Pastor
2.
Teodor Ivanov
14.
Facundo Rodríguez
32.
Ángelo Martino
17.
Maks Ebong
7.
Bruno Jordão
6.
Stefano Sensi
8.
Jean-Philippe Gbamin
5.
Leandro Godoy
9.
Ioannis Pittas
28.
Bench
6.
Tyrese Asante
9.
Ester Sokler
10.
Kervin Andrade
18.
Dan Glazer
19.
Elad Madmon
21.
Noam Ben Harush
23.
Ori Azo
24.
Noam Schwartz
59.
Lotem Assras
60.
Ilay Ben Simon
77.
Osher Davida
90.
Roi Mishpati
Bench
Joël Zwarts
10.
Mohamed Brahimi
11.
Andrey Yordanov
19.
Dimitar Evtimov
25.
Petko Panayotov
30.
Vasil Kaymakanov
34.
Léo Pereira
38.
Alejandro Piedrahita
77.
Georgi Chorbadzhiyski
80.
Alex Tunchev
91.
Isaac Solet
94.
James Eto'o
99.
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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