Thursday, 23 July 2026 at 17:00
The encounter between Qarabag and CSKA Sofia is set to kick off at 17:00 on Thursday, 23/07, at Bakı Olimpiya Stadionu.
This Europa League fixture offers an intriguing clash of form and tactics, with both sides eager to make a statement at this stage of the season.
Read our full prediction below and get some of the best betting insights based on statistics.
Our analysts at Betting.co.uk have examined key metrics and modelled the most likely match outcomes based on both teams’ recent performance data.
This includes historical trends, home and away statistics, and efficiency in front of goal.
Have a look at our recommended bet and key insights below.
Recommended Bet We expect the match between Qarabag and CSKA Sofia to end in a draw. Both teams appear evenly matched, and we expect a balanced contest where neither side fully dominates. A draw looks like a likely outcome after 90 minutes.
Draw: 11/4
Stake £10.00 → Potential Return £37.50
Draw
Why we predict a draw
Key Betting Insights
Qarabag
CSKA Sofia
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Qarabag is coming to the clash with CSKA Sofia with the current statistics in the Europa League:
Matches played: 2
Wins: 2
Draws: 0
Losses: 0
Goals Scored: 6 (Avg. 3)
Goals Conceded: 0 (Avg. 0)
When having a broader look at Qarabag's performance in all competitions this year, the statistics are as follows:
Matches played: 18
Wins: 10
Draws: 1
Losses: 7
Goals Scored: 37 (Avg. 2.06)
Goals Conceded: 35 (Avg. 1.94)
Team Statistics/Latest Results
Qarabag to win the match: 8/15
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Qarabag
Date
Game
Result
16/07
W
09/07
W
24/02
L
18/02
L
28/01
L
On the other hand, CSKA Sofia comes into this fixture with the following statistics in Europa League:
Matches played: 2
Wins: 2
Draws: 0
Losses: 0
Goals Scored: 5 (Avg. 2.5)
Goals Conceded: 3 (Avg. 1.5)
Across all competitions this season, the team boasts the following performance:
Matches played: 38
Wins: 20
Draws: 9
Losses: 9
Goals Scored: 52 (Avg. 1.37)
Goals Conceded: 33 (Avg. 0.87)
Team Statistics/Latest Results
CSKA Sofia to win the match: 7/2
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CSKA Sofia
Date
Game
Result
20/07
D
16/07
W
09/07
W
25/05
L
16/05
L
Here’s a statistical breakdown comparing each team’s key metrics to the league average.
From goal output and both teams to score rates to the results of their last 5 matches, these numbers offer a data-backed view to help identify betting value in the Qarabag vs CSKA Sofia fixture.
Key metrics compared to league averageMatch Statistics Overview
Statistic
Teams Combined Average
League Average
Goal Average
Both Teams to Score
Over 1.5+
Over 2.5+
Cards
Corners
Key metrics Europe - Europa League Europe - Europa LeagueTeam Form
Qarabag
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
W
W
L
L
L
1.2
Home
W
L
W
L
D
1.4
Away
W
L
L
L
L
0.6
CSKA Sofia
Form
Last 5 Games
PPG
Overall
D
W
W
L
L
1.4
Home
W
D
W
L
D
1.6
Away
D
W
L
L
W
1.4
Here’s a breakdown of the core match metrics that often define betting value: corners, cards, goals scored, and goals conceded.
Analysing these stats offers a sharper view of team tendencies and helps identify markets with consistent trends.
Key metrics 37 last 5 matches 30 last 5 matches
Qarabag received +23% more corners than CSKA Sofia in the last 5 matches.
Corners
Qarabag
CSKA Sofia
Performance Gap
Vestri
Vestri
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Liverpool
Key metrics 2 last 5 matches 10 last 5 matches
CSKA Sofia received +400% more cards than Qarabag in the last 5 matches.
Cards
Qarabag
CSKA Sofia
Performance Gap
Vestri
Vestri
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Liverpool
Key metrics 9 last 5 matches 5 last 5 matches
Qarabag scored +80% more goals than CSKA Sofia in the last 5 matches.
Goals Scored
Qarabag
CSKA Sofia
Performance Gap
Vestri
Vestri
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Liverpool
Key metrics 15 last 5 matches 6 last 5 matches
Qarabag conceded +150% more goals than CSKA Sofia in the last 5 matches.
Goals Conceded
Qarabag
CSKA Sofia
Performance Gap
Vestri
Vestri
Newcastle United
Newcastle United
Liverpool
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