Lokomotiv vs CSKA Sofia Prediction 20 September 2026
🔊 Lokomotiv Plovdiv have lost 6 of their last 7 matches, and another defeat looks to be on the way. CSKA Sofia, Bulgaria's representatives in European competition, are coming to Plovdiv, and the visitors are on a positive run with motivation at its peak - a win could take them top of the First Professional League before the international break.
Head-to-head record
📊 Over the last three seasons, the two sides have met eight times. CSKA and Lokomotiv have each won three of those matches, with the other two ending in draws.
Head-to-head statistics Lokomotiv - CSKA Sofia
Lokomotiv refuse to make any compromises
Lokomotiv Plovdiv are going through a difficult spell, having lost 6 of their last 7 matches. Over nine Bulgarian First League rounds, they have scored just four goals, giving them an average of 0.44 per game - one of the lowest figures in the league. Defensively things are slightly more stable, with an average of 1.33 goals conceded per match, but that has not been enough to pick up points. They currently sit outside the top 10 in the Bulgarian championship, and a single potential win would not change their situation dramatically.
Match Results: Lokomotiv Plovdiv
CSKA are unbeaten in their last 10 matches
CSKA extended their unbeaten run to five matches with a midweek Sofia derby win over Lokomotiv (2-0), and to ten matches in domestic competitions specifically. CSKA are one of three sides yet to taste defeat in the current First League season.
They are averaging 2.56 goals scored per game and just 0.67 conceded, which reflects both a high level of attacking output and defensive solidity. The title race remains their objective - they are right on the heels of first place - so even at this stage of the season they have every reason to keep taking maximum points.
Match Results: CSKA Sofia
Correct Score Prediction
According to the algorithm's calculations, the most likely scorelines in this match are 0-1 (14.84%), 0-2 (12.36%) and 1-1 (10.96%). The first option - a narrow away win - leads the way, but the gap in probability between the top three is not significant. This reflects a scenario in which CSKA Sofia have the upper hand, while still leaving room for a draw.
Reliable Bet
CSKA Sofia have gone nine consecutive league matches without defeat, while Lokomotiv Plovdiv look inconsistent, having lost most of their recent games. Double Chance - X2 at 1.1 looks as safe as it gets in the current circumstances.
*Odds are indicative and may vary across different bookmakers.
⭐️ Editor's Prediction
In 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings played at Lokomotiv's ground in Plovdiv, no more than two goals were scored. The home side have been extremely low-scoring this season, averaging just 0.44 goals per match, while CSKA Sofia have been solid defensively, conceding an average of 0.67 goals per game. This sets up a low-scoring scenario and a bet on Total Goals - Under 2.5.
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Betting Tips: Lokomotiv Plovdiv - CSKA Sofia
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