Levski Sofia 0-1 Red Bull Salzburg: result and AI prediction

Levski Sofia – Red Bull Salzburg, Europa League, Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 05:45 PM (GMT). Venue: Vasil Levski National Stadium

Levski Sofia is #19 in the table (0 pts) and Red Bull Salzburg #30 (0 pts). 11 places separate the two teams in the table. Red Bull Salzburg is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Red Bull Salzburg averages 2 goals per match this season. Absent for Levski Sofia: A. Bouras, O. Kamdem, R. Kirilov. Absent for Red Bull Salzburg: A. Chase, S. Diabate, G. Diakite +4.

AI predicted: 1-2 · Final score: 0-1✓ Correct outcome

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Levski begin their European league-phase campaign in strong domestic form and with a recent record of stubborn European defending. Salzburg arrive unbeaten and carry greater attacking depth, but their main-draw away record in this competition is a clear counterweight. The visitors should have more of the ball, while Levski will look to make the game narrow, physical and transition-led. Salzburg’s midfield injuries and Levski’s uncertain defensive availability make the final team sheets especially important.

Injuries and absences

Salzburg’s reported midfield absences narrow their ability to rotate the pressing and screening roles, while Krätzig’s fitness is an additional concern on the left. Levski’s listed losses of Bouras, Kamdem and Kirilov reduce depth, but conflicting reports around the home squad mean their final defensive structure is not yet settled.

Form (last 5)

Levski SofiaLeague position #19 · 0 pts
Red Bull SalzburgLeague position #30 · 0 ptsD W W

Levski Sofia vs Red Bull Salzburg stats

Levski SofiaRed Bull Salzburg
Played04
Goals scored08
Goals conceded03
Clean sheets03

Unavailable players

Levski Sofia

A. Bouras, O. Kamdem, R. Kirilov

Red Bull Salzburg

A. Chase, S. Diabate, G. Diakite, F. Matijasevic, J. Moser, J. Omoregie, C. Fruchtl

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