On 12.09.2026, the Bulgaria First League sees CSKA Sofia go up against Arda Kardzhali. Anticipate a match where CSKA Sofia's prowess and strategic acumen are on full display. Our extensive match preview offers insights into team dynamics, tactical nuances, and provides betting advice tailored to guide you towards a profitable bet on CSKA Sofia.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Ludogorets | 8 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 14/6 | 20 |
| 3 | CSKA Sofia | 7 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 17/5 | 17 |
| 4 | CSKA 1948 | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 15/8 | 16 |
| 5 | Arda Kardzhali | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13/7 | 16 |
| 6 | Botev Plovdiv | 8 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 11/14 | 10 |
CSKA Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Arda Kardzhali | 06.02.2026 | 3-1 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | CSKA Sofia | 18.09.2025 | 1-0 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | CSKA Sofia | 31.05.2025 | 1-1 |
| Cup | CSKA Sofia | Arda Kardzhali | 26.02.2025 | 2-1 |
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Arda Kardzhali | 16.02.2025 | 2-0 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | CSKA Sofia | 24.08.2024 | 2-1 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | CSKA Sofia | 21.04.2024 | 2-3 |
| Cup | CSKA Sofia | Arda Kardzhali | 28.02.2024 | 1-0 |
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Arda Kardzhali | 27.10.2023 | 0-0 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | CSKA Sofia | 28.10.2022 | 1-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | Spartak Varna | CSKA Sofia | 05.09.2026 | 1-1 |
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Cherno More Varna | 30.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| UEFA Europa League | CSKA Sofia | OFI | 27.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| UEFA Europa League | OFI | CSKA Sofia | 20.08.2026 | 3-0 |
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Botev Vratsa | 16.08.2026 | 5-0 |
| UEFA Europa League | CSKA Sofia | Maccabi Tel Aviv | 13.08.2026 | 1-3 |
| First League | Septemvri Sofia | CSKA Sofia | 09.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| UEFA Europa League | Maccabi Tel Aviv | CSKA Sofia | 06.08.2026 | 0-3 |
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Dunav Ruse | 02.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| UEFA Europa League | CSKA Sofia | Qarabag | 30.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | Botev Plovdiv | 04.09.2026 | 2-3 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | Botev Vratsa | 31.08.2026 | 2-0 |
| First League | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | Arda Kardzhali | 24.08.2026 | 0-1 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | Lokomotiv Sofia | 17.08.2026 | 3-1 |
| First League | Dunav Ruse | Arda Kardzhali | 08.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Arda Kardzhali | 31.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| First League | Arda Kardzhali | Slavia Sofia | 24.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| First League | Septemvri Sofia | Arda Kardzhali | 18.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Vratsa | Arda Kardzhali | 10.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Arda Kardzhali | Beitar Jerusalem | 07.07.2026 | 0-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: CSKA Sofia VS Arda Kardzhali
Last 20 Matches Statistics: CSKA Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: CSKA Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali
htmlThere's something brewing in the Bulgaria First League, and this weekend's clash between CSKA Sofia and Arda Kardzhali is one you genuinely cannot afford to miss. Two sides separated by just one point in the standings. A home side that's been scoring for fun. A visiting team that quietly keeps arriving to cause problems. This has all the ingredients of a brilliant football afternoon.
CSKA sit third with 17 points from just seven games. That goal difference tells its own story — 17 scored, only 5 conceded. They dismantled Botev Vratsa 5-0, hammered Septemvri Sofia 3-0 away from home, and looked genuinely ruthless in the early weeks of the season. Yes, the Europa League campaign ended in disappointment against OFI, but domestically? They've been electric.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that Arda are simply here to make up the numbers. Fifth place with 16 points from eight games, 13 goals scored — these visitors travel with real confidence and a functioning system. Here's what you need to watch for: Arda have shown they can score in bunches. That 4-0 win over Lokomotiv Plovdiv wasn't a fluke. Neither was their 3-1 victory over Lokomotiv Sofia at home.
The head-to-head history is genuinely fascinating, and most casual fans haven't looked closely enough. In the last six First League meetings between these sides, the results have split remarkably evenly — wins for both teams, draws, goals flowing. CSKA won 3-1 in this exact fixture earlier in 2026, but Arda took the points with a 1-0 win back in September 2025. The pattern suggests neither side dominates this rivalry for long.
Here's my surprising statistical insight: across their recent meetings, goals almost always arrive. Of the last ten competitive matches between these clubs, only two finished with fewer than two goals. The Over 2.5 goals market at this fixture has serious historical backing, and that's the value bet I'd be targeting before anything else.
The odds tell an interesting story too. CSKA at 1.73 reflects genuine home advantage and superior form, but 4.40 for an Arda win feels generous given how competitive this rivalry consistently is. The draw at 3.30 also deserves a look given how tightly contested these meetings tend to be.
My bold prediction: CSKA win this 2-1, but Arda make them work hard every single minute. Back CSKA on the Asian handicap, stack it with Over 2.5 goals, and keep an eye on a CSKA goal arriving before the half-hour mark given how fast they've started games this season.
Saturday night in Sofia. Two title contenders. One point between them. This is exactly why we love football — and why this particular fixture deserves your full attention.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruno Jordão | Portugal | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 73 |
| Pastor | Brazil | 26 | Defender | 176 | 78 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Gospodinov | Bulgaria | 32 | Goalkeeper | 186 | n/a |
| V. Velev | Ukraine | 26 | Defender | 179 | 68 |
| F. Eboa Eboa | Cameroon | 29 | Defender | 186 | 80 |
| C. Hüseynov | Azerbaijan | 23 | Defender | 183 | n/a |
| D. Velkovski | Bulgaria | 31 | Defender | 185 | 68 |
| David Akintola Idowu | Nigeria | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| L. Kotev | Bulgaria | 28 | Midfielder | 185 | 75 |
| S. Kovachev | Bulgaria | 28 | Midfielder | 175 | 67 |
| S. Yusein | Bulgaria | 30 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| B. Karagaren | Bulgaria | 33 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| K. Nikolov | Bulgaria | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| Andre Shinyashiki | Brazil | 29 | Attacker | 176 | 69 |
| A. Vutov | Bulgaria | 30 | Midfielder | 178 | n/a |
| Patrick Luan | Brazil | 27 | Attacker | 179 | 78 |
| Isnaba Mané | Portugal | 22 | Attacker | 177 | 73 |
| E. Viyachki | Bulgaria | 36 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Yusuf | Bulgaria | 34 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Cascardo | Brazil | 29 | Defender | 174 | 66 |
| B. Akandzha | Bulgaria | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| I. Tilev | Bulgaria | 27 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
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