Watch as Ludogorets takes on CSKA 1948 in a gripping Bulgaria First League game on 05.04.2026. Our predictions favor Ludogorets, known for their strong gameplay. Review our in-depth analysis and consider placing your bet on the favorite!
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Levski Sofia | 27 | 21 | 2 | 4 | 60/19 | 65 |
| 2 | Ludogorets | 27 | 16 | 8 | 3 | 54/19 | 56 |
| 3 | CSKA 1948 | 27 | 16 | 5 | 6 | 45/28 | 53 |
| 4 | CSKA Sofia | 27 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 38/22 | 49 |
Key Player Statistics: Ludogorets vs CSKA 1948
Ludogorets vs CSKA 1948 Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Ludogorets | 27.10.2025 | 5-4 |
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Ludogorets | 07.04.2025 | 1-3 |
| Cup | CSKA 1948 | Ludogorets | 16.12.2024 | 2-3 |
| First League | Ludogorets | CSKA 1948 | 28.10.2024 | 3-0 |
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Ludogorets | 11.04.2024 | 0-1 |
| First League | Ludogorets | CSKA 1948 | 03.03.2024 | 2-0 |
| Cup | Ludogorets | CSKA 1948 | 29.02.2024 | 3-1 |
| Super Cup | Ludogorets | CSKA 1948 | 10.02.2024 | 1-1 |
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Ludogorets | 28.05.2023 | 2-2 |
| Cup | CSKA 1948 | Ludogorets | 24.05.2023 | 1-3 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Raków Częstochowa | Ludogorets | 14.01.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Paks | Ludogorets | 11.01.2026 | 2-3 |
| First League | Spartak Varna | Ludogorets | 19.03.2026 | 1-5 |
| First League | Ludogorets | CSKA Sofia | 14.03.2026 | 3-0 |
| First League | Montana | Ludogorets | 09.03.2026 | 0-3 |
| First League | Ludogorets | Levski Sofia | 05.03.2026 | 1-0 |
| First League | Ludogorets | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | 02.03.2026 | 1-1 |
| UEFA Europa League | Ferencvarosi TC | Ludogorets | 26.02.2026 | 2-0 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Ludogorets | 23.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| UEFA Europa League | Ludogorets | Ferencvarosi TC | 19.02.2026 | 2-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA 1948 | Gangwon FC | 01.02.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA 1948 | Slovan Bratislava | 26.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA 1948 | Spartak Trnava | 22.01.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA 1948 | Jagiellonia | 19.01.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA 1948 | Lask Linz | 15.01.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Rapid | CSKA 1948 | 11.01.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA 1948 | Göztepe | 10.01.2026 | 1-2 |
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Lokomotiv Sofia | 21.03.2026 | 3-2 |
| First League | Spartak Varna | CSKA 1948 | 14.03.2026 | 1-2 |
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Botev Plovdiv | 08.03.2026 | 0-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Ludogorets VS CSKA 1948
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Ludogorets vs CSKA 1948
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Ludogorets vs CSKA 1948
htmlThree points separate these two sides in the Bulgaria First League table, and everything is on the line when Ludogorets host CSKA 1948 in what could be a title-defining clash. This isn't just a local derby. This is a battle for second place, European ambition, and serious Bulgarian football pride.
Ludogorets sit second with 56 points from 27 games. CSKA 1948 are right behind them on 53. The gap is small enough to make this feel like a cup final. Every tackle, every goal, every moment matters.
Here's what you need to watch for — Ludogorets are flying right now. They've won five of their last six league matches, including a stunning 5-1 win away at Spartak Varna and a comfortable 3-0 home win over CSKA Sofia. Their attacking numbers are eye-catching too. Fifty-four goals scored, just 19 conceded. That's the kind of defensive record that wins titles.
Their key man is Ivan Chochev. Eleven goals in 27 games from midfield is genuinely impressive. If he finds space against CSKA 1948's backline, expect him to be decisive. Kwame Duah adds pace and direct threat up front, while Stanić chips in with the clever movement that creates chaos for defenders.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about CSKA 1948 being genuine equals here. Their recent form tells a more complicated story. They lost 3-1 to Levski Sofia and were beaten 2-0 by CSKA Sofia at home in February. Their last three league outings produced just one win. That's not the form of a side ready to go toe-to-toe at the Razgrad fortress.
Here's the surprising statistical insight casual fans are missing — in their last meeting this season, CSKA 1948 actually beat Ludogorets 5-4 in a genuinely wild game. Nine goals in one fixture. That tells you Both Teams to Score is almost a certainty in this rivalry. In fact, looking across their recent head-to-head record, goals flow freely whenever these two meet.
From a betting perspective, Ludogorets at 1.55 feels fair given their superior form and home advantage. But the real value sits elsewhere. Both Teams to Score combined with Over 2.5 Goals looks like the smart play given the attacking history between these clubs. I'd also back Chochev to score at any time — he's been unstoppable lately.
My prediction is Ludogorets 3-1 CSKA 1948. The hosts are simply too sharp right now, and CSKA 1948's defensive vulnerability — 28 goals conceded to Ludogorets' 19 — makes them look fragile against this attacking firepower.
Buckle up. When these two meet, football in Bulgaria comes alive. This one could be something special.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Nedyalkov | Bulgaria | 32 | Defender | 181 | 70 |
| Pedro Naressi | Brazil | 28 | Midfielder | 178 | n/a |
| J. Andersson | Sweden | 29 | Defender | 178 | 68 |
| M. Chouiar | France | 27 | Midfielder | 180 | 80 |
| B. Tekpetey | Ghana | 28 | Midfielder | 172 | 70 |
| H. Bonmann | Germany | 32 | Goalkeeper | 194 | 78 |
| Dinis Almeida | Portugal | 30 | Defender | 190 | 72 |
| I. Chochev | Bulgaria | 33 | Midfielder | 188 | 81 |
| Deroy Duarte | Cape Verde | 26 | Midfielder | 177 | 68 |
| S. Padt | Netherlands | 35 | Goalkeeper | 192 | 85 |
| E. Kurtulus | Sweden | 26 | Defender | 187 | n/a |
| F. Kaloč | Czechia | 26 | Midfielder | 190 | 85 |
| I. Nachmias | Israel | 29 | Defender | 190 | 83 |
| Son | Spain | 32 | Defender | 178 | 72 |
| D. Hristov | Bulgaria | 23 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| P. Stanić | Serbia | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Caio Vidal | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | 172 | 69 |
| S. Shishkov | Bulgaria | 19 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| Erick Marcus | Brazil | 22 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| E. Bille | Côte d'Ivoire | 21 | Attacker | 181 | 78 |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A. Iliev | Bulgaria | 31 | Attacker | 189 | n/a |
| P. Vitanov | Bulgaria | 31 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| G. Rusev | Bulgaria | 27 | Midfielder | 177 | 73 |
| M. Diallo | Germany | 29 | Attacker | 179 | n/a |
| B. Benamar | Morocco | 29 | Defender | 191 | 85 |
| Zé Santos | Brazil | 27 | Midfielder | 187 | 82 |
| Wagninho | Brazil | 25 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Frédéric Maciel | Portugal | 32 | Midfielder | 175 | 65 |
| Juanmi Carrión | Spain | 28 | Defender | 177 | 73 |
| Elias Franco | Brazil | 29 | Midfielder | 180 | 74 |
| J. Martínez | Bolivia | 23 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| D. Sheytanov | Bulgaria | 27 | Goalkeeper | 189 | n/a |
| B. Sobrero | Argentina | 27 | Midfielder | ||
| E. Tsenov | Bulgaria | 23 | Defender | 191 | n/a |
| D. Medina | Bolivia | 24 | Defender | 172 | 68 |
| S. Vasilev | Bulgaria | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| N. Fonkeu | Belgium | 26 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| C. Acheampong | Ghana | 26 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| K. Eta | Cameroon | 21 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| M. Boychev | Bulgaria | 18 | Midfielder | 165 | n/a |
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