On 30.07.2026, the UEFA Europa League features a compelling match-up as CSKA Sofia takes on Qarabag. With both teams equally skilled, our in-depth analysis of their tactics, past performances in the UEFA Europa League, and key player stats is crucial. Don’t miss out on our expert prediction, and get ready to place your bets on CSKA Sofia vs. Qarabag!
CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEFA Europa League | Qarabag | CSKA Sofia | 23.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA Sofia | Qarabag | 04.07.2023 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA Sofia | Qarabag | 07.07.2021 | 0-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Botev Plovdiv | 27.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| UEFA Europa League | Qarabag | CSKA Sofia | 23.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| First League | Slavia Sofia | CSKA Sofia | 20.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| UEFA Europa League | Derry City | CSKA Sofia | 16.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| UEFA Europa League | CSKA Sofia | Derry City | 09.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA Sofia | Marek | 03.07.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Odra Opole | CSKA Sofia | 28.06.2026 | 2-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA Sofia | Polessya | 24.06.2026 | 0-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Brinje-Grosuplje | CSKA Sofia | 20.06.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA Sofia | Dunav Ruse | 31.01.2026 | 3-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| UEFA Europa League | Qarabag | CSKA Sofia | 23.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| UEFA Europa League | Vestri | Qarabag | 16.07.2026 | 0-3 |
| UEFA Europa League | Qarabag | Vestri | 09.07.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Ferencvarosi TC | Qarabag | 01.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Qarabag | Metalist 1925 Kharkiv | 01.07.2026 | 2-6 |
| Friendlies Clubs | WSG Wattens | Qarabag | 27.06.2026 | 0-4 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Zaglebie Lubin | Qarabag | 16.01.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | NK Osijek | Qarabag | 16.01.2026 | 1-3 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Qarabag | Neftchi | 12.01.2026 | 5-0 |
| Premyer Liqa | Sumqayıt | Qarabag | 22.05.2026 | 3-4 |
Comparative Team Statistics: CSKA Sofia VS Qarabag
Last 20 Matches Statistics: CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag
htmlThere's something special about a UEFA Europa League qualifier that feels like a genuine 50-50 battle. CSKA Sofia hosting Qarabag is exactly that. Two clubs with serious ambitions, a shared history that tells a fascinating story, and a place in the next round on the line. Buckle up.
Let me start with what the head-to-head record is quietly whispering. These two sides have met three times before this clash. Qarabag won both friendlies against the Sofia outfit, claiming 1-0 victories on Bulgarian soil in 2021 and 2023. Then, just days ago in Baku, they couldn't separate themselves — a 0-0 draw that sets tonight up perfectly. Don't be fooled by that stalemate. Qarabag controlled that first leg environment, and a goalless draw away from home is a result they can work with.
Here's what you need to watch for — the contrasting momentum of these two sides. Qarabag dismantled Vestri 3-0 home and away before this tie. Clean, efficient, dominant. That's the form of a team with genuine confidence and a clear system. CSKA Sofia, meanwhile, beat Derry City in a dramatic two-legged affair, winning 3-2 at home before surviving a 2-1 loss away. They can score. They can also leak goals. That's a combination that should make you nervous if you're a Bulgarian supporter tonight.
The surprising insight that most people will overlook? Qarabag shipped a jaw-dropping 6-2 loss to Metalist 1925 in a mid-summer friendly. That kind of defensive vulnerability sometimes surfaces in high-pressure knockout football. CSKA know how to find the net, and if they press high early, they could expose something. Keep an eye on the first 20 minutes — this could be feistier than the odds suggest.
Speaking of odds, Qarabag are priced at around 2.26 to win. Given their superior European pedigree this season and that crucial 0-0 away result already in their pocket, that looks like genuine value. The Draw at 3.30 is also interesting — both these clubs have shown they can cancel each other out, and a 0-0 or 1-1 is absolutely on the cards.
My bold prediction? Qarabag win this 1-0, with the goal coming in the second half as CSKA chase the game. I'd also watch the Asian handicap market — Qarabag -0.5 feels underrated here. The Azerbaijanis are the more disciplined side at this level, and discipline wins Europa League qualifiers.
This is the kind of European night that reminds you why football at this stage is so special. One goal can change everything. For CSKA Sofia, this is a fight for their European life. For Qarabag, it's one step closer to where they believe they belong. I cannot wait to see how this unfolds.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I. Turitsov | Bulgaria | 27 | Defender | 170 | n/a |
| L. Dellova | Kosovo | 27 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| I. Pittas | Cyprus | 30 | Attacker | 180 | 71 |
| L. Cooper | Scotland | 34 | Defender | 186 | 73 |
| J. Lokilo | Congo DR | 27 | Midfielder | 175 | 65 |
| T. Vion | France | 32 | Defender | 185 | 81 |
| M. Pinto | Luxembourg | 33 | Defender | 176 | 70 |
| O. Skarsem | Norway | 28 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| I. Tasev | Bulgaria | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Busatto | Brazil | 35 | Goalkeeper | 189 | 78 |
| Adrián Lapeña | Spain | 30 | Midfielder | 182 | 70 |
| D. Seger | Sweden | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 71 |
| J. Eto'o | Cameroon | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Pastor | Brazil | 26 | Defender | 176 | 78 |
| S. Godoy | Argentina | 25 | Attacker | 182 | 69 |
| Y. Bornosuzov | Bulgaria | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| G. Chorbadzhiyski | Bulgaria | 21 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Sanyang | Gambia | 23 | Midfielder | 175 | n/a |
| K. Dodaj | Albania | 20 | Midfielder | 174 | n/a |
| P. Panayotov | Bulgaria | 21 | Midfielder | 160 | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ş. Məhəmmədəliyev | Azerbaijan | 32 | Goalkeeper | 188 | 82 |
| A. Hüseynov | Azerbaijan | 31 | Defender | 179 | 63 |
| T. Bayramov | Azerbaijan | 25 | Defender | 185 | n/a |
| A. Zoubir | France | 34 | Midfielder | 180 | 75 |
| S. Mmaee | Morocco | 29 | Defender | 185 | 82 |
| Kady | Brazil | 30 | Midfielder | 173 | 68 |
| Matheus Silva | Brazil | 28 | Defender | 182 | 78 |
| F. Buntić | Croatia | 29 | Goalkeeper | 194 | 90 |
| M. Janković | Montenegro | 31 | Midfielder | 172 | 67 |
| K. Medina | Colombia | 33 | Defender | 185 | 75 |
| C. Kouakou | Côte d'Ivoire | 26 | Midfielder | 175 | 68 |
| B. Mustafazadə | Azerbaijan | 29 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| E. Cəfərquliyev | Azerbaijan | 25 | Defender | 180 | n/a |
| M. Kochalski | Poland | 26 | Goalkeeper | 190 | 88 |
| M. Qurbanlı | Azerbaijan | 24 | Attacker | 185 | n/a |
| Leandro Andrade | Cape Verde | 26 | Midfielder | 176 | 70 |
| Pedro Bicalho | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | 179 | 82 |
| Dani Bolt | Brazil | 27 | Defender | 183 | 75 |
| E. Addai | Ghana | 25 | Attacker | 173 | 65 |
| N. Axundzadə | Azerbaijan | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
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