CSKA 1948 2-3 CSKA Sofia: result and AI prediction

AI match recap

This is a high-stakes Sofia-area meeting between two teams in the leading group. CSKA Sofia bring the cleaner defensive record, stronger recent underlying output and a favourable recent record in this matchup. CSKA 1948's home form keeps the contest competitive, but the reported absence of Atanas Iliev reduces their central reference point. Expect a tight opening, with the away side increasingly trying to pin the hosts back through sustained pressure.

Head-to-head analysis

CSKA Sofia have held the clear edge across the recent series and have won the latest two meetings at Bistritsa without conceding. The most recent league encounter finished level, but the broader matchup pattern remains favourable to the visitors.

Injuries and absences

Transfermarkt lists CSKA 1948 forward Atanas Iliev as suspended and Bernardo Couto as a long-term knee absentee. Iliev's absence is the material issue, reducing the hosts' central hold-up play and their threat from early crosses.

Form (last 5)

CSKA 1948 vs CSKA Sofia stats

Last meetings

• 2026-05-13CSKA Sofia 1-1 CSKA 1948
• 2026-05-08CSKA 1948 0-1 CSKA Sofia
• 2026-02-14CSKA 1948 0-2 CSKA Sofia
• 2026-02-10CSKA Sofia 2-0 CSKA 1948
• 2025-08-24CSKA Sofia 0-1 CSKA 1948
• 2024-12-07CSKA Sofia 2-2 CSKA 1948

Other First League matches

• Botev Vratsa – Spartak Varna
• Lokomotiv Sofia – Lokomotiv Plovdiv
• Botev Plovdiv – Slavia Sofia
• Septemvri Sofia – Dunav Ruse
• Cherno More Varna – Levski Sofia
• Ludogorets – Arda Kardzhali