FC CSKA 1948
- Sasho Aleksandrov has only been in charge of CSKA 1948 since May 2026, but the new manager has instilled some of his own tactical identity on the side already.
- CSKA 1948 play a hybrid 4-1-4-1/4-2-3-1 system, they press high in the opposing half and look to counter in a high-tempo, direct manner through the wide channels.
- CSKA 1948 have split their last two at home (W1, L1).
Levski Sofia
- FC CSKA 1948 sit second with 66 points from 35 games, while Levski Sofia have topped the Parva Liga - Championship Group 2026 with 80 points from 35 games.
- Julio Velázquez took over the Levski Sofia reigns in January 2025 and has since instilled a possession-based, high-pressing 4-2-3-1 system that has dominated the division.
- Levski players press in numbers, dominate possession via midfield rotations and overload opposition defences with overlapping full-backs and incisive movement from their attacking players.
- Velázquez’s system requires patience and discipline, but the results speak for themselves as Levski Sofia have won three, drawn one and lost just one of their last five league games (W3, D1, L1).
- Levski Sofia have also won ten, drawn four and lost only three of their 17 away league fixtures this season, conceding just 15 goals on the road.
Head-to-Head
- Levski Sofia have beaten CSKA 1948 in their last three head-to-head matches, including a 1-0 home win three weeks ago.
- CSKA 1948 have not won any of their last two home games against Levski Sofia.
Key Players
CSKA 1948 ’s danger man is Mamadou Diallo , who has scored two of his team’s four goals in their last five, but CSKA 1948 ’s defence will be tested by Levski’s midfield maestro and attacking full-backs.
Betting Insights
Levski Sofia ’s superior overall form and recent head-to-head record against CSKA 1948 suggests that they are the most likely winner in this derby, despite the home side being made favorites at 2.58 and the visitors 3.12 with the draw available at 2.74 .
Prediction
With the visitors boasting a superior head-to-head record and overall form, Levski Sofia could nick a close, low-scoring derby, especially as CSKA 1948 have failed to win their last two at home against their Sofia rivals.
