Cherno More Varna 2-2 Lokomotiv Sofia: result and AI prediction

Cherno More Varna – Lokomotiv Sofia, First League, Friday, September 11, 2026 at 07:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Ticha

Cherno More Varna is #12 in the table (4 pts) and Lokomotiv Sofia #14 (3 pts). Lokomotiv Sofia has not won any of its last 5 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Cherno More Varna 2, draws 2, Lokomotiv Sofia 2. Their last meeting, on November 22, 2025, ended Cherno More Varna 0-1 Lokomotiv Sofia.

AI predicted: 2-1 · Final score: 2-2Missed

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

This is a pressure match between two sides searching for lift after difficult starts, with Cherno More carrying home advantage at Ticha. The hosts are more likely to own the ball and must convert that territorial control before anxiety enters the game. Lokomotiv have enough pace and direct running to punish loose possession, while their recent win at this ground gives them a credible reference point. The decisive contest is likely to be Cherno More’s central protection against Lokomotiv’s transitions.

Head-to-head analysis

Cherno More have generally enjoyed this fixture at Ticha, with several substantial home victories in the recent record. Lokomotiv’s win on their latest visit is the important counterpoint and removes any sense of routine home superiority.

Injuries and absences

No confirmed absences have been reported in the supplied squad data. Lokomotiv forward Ante Aralica is nevertheless listed as an unknown injury concern, which may affect whether the visitors use a physical focal point or a more mobile front line.

Form (last 5)

Cherno More VarnaLeague position #12 · 4 ptsW L L
Lokomotiv SofiaLeague position #14 · 3 ptsL D L

Cherno More Varna vs Lokomotiv Sofia stats

Cherno More VarnaLokomotiv Sofia
Played87
Goals scored88
Goals conceded1714
Clean sheets00

Last meetings

  • 2025-11-22Cherno More Varna 0-1 Lokomotiv Sofia
  • 2025-07-18Lokomotiv Sofia 1-1 Cherno More Varna
  • 2024-12-03Cherno More Varna 4-0 Lokomotiv Sofia
  • 2024-08-04Lokomotiv Sofia 2-1 Cherno More Varna
  • 2024-04-04Cherno More Varna 3-0 Lokomotiv Sofia
  • 2023-10-01Lokomotiv Sofia 0-0 Cherno More Varna

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