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UEFA Europa Conference League | Thu 05 Nov, 20:00

Panathinaikos v CSKA Sofia Stats

Data last updated: Wed 04 Nov 2026, 21:24 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Panathinaikos host CSKA Sofia in a UEFA Europa Conference League clash marked by contrasting tactical approaches. Panathinaikos aim to dominate possession and territory, pressing high and controlling the tempo at Athens Olympic Stadium. CSKA Sofia will rely on a compact defensive block and swift counter-attacks to exploit spaces left by the home side. Panathinaikos' recent form and attacking depth suggest they will push for a decisive victory, while CSKA Sofia's defensive resilience and transition threat create an intriguing tactical battle with fine margins likely to decide the outcome.

BT4Y match pick

Panathinaikos Win

  • Panathinaikos leads the standings and boasts a 74% model win chance.
  • Hosts average 15.6 shots per game with strong attacking players like C.
  • CSKA Sofia concedes 2 goals per game and struggles defensively away from home.
  • Both teams have 100% over 2.5 goals rate recently, indicating open games.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The model favors Panathinaikos due to their dominant home form, superior attacking metrics, and stronger recent results. Panathinaikos averages 2.6 goals per game and maintains 71% possession, enabling sustained pressure on CSKA Sofia, who concede 2 goals per match. Dessers' prolific shooting (5.67 shots and 3.03 on target per 90) underpins the offensive threat. The visitors' defensive vulnerabilities and lower points tally reinforce the likelihood of a Panathinaikos win. No price warnings apply, supporting a standard stake recommendation.

Home team attacking strengthHigh (2.6 goals/game, 15.6 shots)
Strong positive
Away team defensive weaknessConcedes 2 goals/game
Positive
Key player impactC. Dessers 6 goals, 3.03 SOT/90
Strong positive
Recent formPanathinaikos 13 points vs CSKA Sofia 1 point
Strong positive

Verdict

BT4Y analyst view

Panathinaikos' tactical control and attacking firepower, led by prolific striker C. Dessers, make them well placed to win. Their ability to control possession and create numerous chances contrasts with CSKA Sofia's defensive frailties and limited recent form, suggesting a clear path to victory for the Greek side.

Main risk

Rotation, motivation and a slow tempo are the main cautions before treating the result price as settled.

Quote from Expert

BT4Y analyst view · Match outcome

“Panathinaikos' blend of possession control and attacking depth, combined with CSKA Sofia's defensive vulnerabilities, creates a compelling case for a home win. The hosts' key players consistently generate high-quality chances, making them the likely winners.”

Key Data Signals

Panathinaikos Win evidence

Panathinaikos leads the standings and boasts a 74% model win chance.

Hosts average 15.6 shots per game with strong attacking players like C.

CSKA Sofia concedes 2 goals per game and struggles defensively away from home.

Both teams have 100% over 2.5 goals rate recently, indicating open games.

What To Watch In The Data

Panathinaikos Win notes

  • The last ten matches for both teams show a 100% rate for Over 2.5 goals, indicating a trend towards high-scoring games.
  • This suggests a fast tempo and open play, consistent with Panathinaikos' attacking style and CSKA Sofia's defensive vulnerabilities.
Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Panathinaikos2.6
Avg goals scored
CSKA Sofia1.5
Panathinaikos1.2
Avg goals conceded
CSKA Sofia2
Panathinaikos100%
BTTS rate
CSKA Sofia100%
Panathinaikos100%
Over 2.5 goals
CSKA Sofia100%
Best odds for this sectionOver 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · Model 75% vs implied 60% · edge +15 pts
1.67
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.8
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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 88%
1.2
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Over 3.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 53%
2.62
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Under 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 26%
2.15
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BTTS NoBet365 guide price · model 28%
1.91
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Both teams have registered 100% over 2.5 goals and BTTS rates recently, highlighting an open game scenario. Panathinaikos' attacking volume and CSKA Sofia's defensive lapses suggest multiple goals are likely, with both sides contributing to the scoring.

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Market odds

Top available prices first, with more markets available on demand.

Market aligned with main pickPanathinaikos to WinBetfred guide price · Model 65% vs implied 69% · edge -4.4 pts
1.45
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Over 2.5 GoalsBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.67
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Over 8.5 CornersBet365 guide price · model 75%
1.62
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BTTS YesBet365 guide price · model 71%
1.8
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Panathinaikos Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 71%
1.25
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The 64.6% for Panathinaikos Win sits against roughly 69% implied by the current price (-4.4 pts). Panathinaikos have the stronger recent points return, taking 13 points from the sample compared with 1 for CSKA Sofia. Jagusic’s role involves breaking down deep defensive lines, meaning he is constantly positioned in the most dangerous central areas.
Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Panathinaikos

WWWDW
Last 54W 1D 0L
Last 5 record
Last 105W 3D 0L
22 Oct 2026A Kairat Almaty5-1
15 Oct 2026H Borac Banja Luka2-1
27 Aug 2026A Hradec Králové2-1
20 Aug 2026H Hradec Králové2-2
11 Aug 2026A CSKA 19482-1

CSKA Sofia

DL
Last 50W 1D 1L
Last 5 record
Last 100W 1D 1L
22 Oct 2026A FC Nordsjaelland2-2
15 Oct 2026H Monaco1-2
Market aligned with main pickPanathinaikos to WinBetfred guide price · Model 65% vs implied 69% · edge -4.4 pts
1.45
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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 84%
1.11
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Panathinaikos Draw No BetBetMGM guide price · model 71%
1.25
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Panathinaikos have accumulated 13 points recently with a strong goal-scoring record of 2.6 goals per game, contrasting sharply with CSKA Sofia's 1 point and 1.5 goals per game. This form disparity supports a confident home win prediction.
Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

100%Panathinaikos Over 2.5
100%CSKA Sofia Over 2.5
-H2H avg goals
The last ten matches for both teams show a 100% rate for Over 2.5 goals, indicating a trend towards high-scoring games. This suggests a fast tempo and open play, consistent with Panathinaikos' attacking style and CSKA Sofia's defensive vulnerabilities.

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