Universitatea Craiova

Levski Sofia

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Universitatea Craiova v Levski Sofia Stats

Data last updated: Tue 28 Jul 2026, 05:20 UK time

Match Report

Fixture analysis

Levski Sofia hosts Universitatea Craiova in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League second qualifying round, a clash between two domestic champions in strong form. Both teams have been unbeaten in their recent six matches and display potent attacking capabilities, with Levski boasting a formidable home record and Craiova showing prolific shot volume and goal-scoring efficiency. The midfield battle promises to be tight, with possession and tempo likely balanced. Tactical discipline and game management will be crucial as both sides seek to gain an advantage without conceding early, setting the stage for a closely contested encounter.

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Both Teams to Score

Levski Sofia has won 9 of 10 home matches in 2026, scoring multiple goals in 6 of those games.
Universitatea Craiova averages 17 shots per game over their last six matches, scoring 15 goals in that span.
Both teams have averaged 2.5 goals per match in their current Champions League campaigns.
Recent form shows both sides unbeaten in six matches, indicating strong attacking and defensive balance.

Why The Model Likes This Bet

Chance, price and football numbers

The Both Teams to Score pick is supported by balanced attacking strengths and recent form data. Levski Sofia's home control and efficient finishing combine with Universitatea Craiova's high shot volume and goal conversion to suggest goals at both ends. The model assigns a 55.5% chance, slightly above the implied , indicating a modest . The close possession stats and tactical setups imply both teams will create scoring opportunities, making BTTS a logical choice. No price warning is needed as the fairly reflect the football read.

Model Chance55.5%

Positive

Implied Odds Chance52.4%

Neutral

Recent FormBoth teams unbeaten, strong scoring records

Positive

Shot VolumeCraiova averages 17 shots per game, Levski 12.8

Positive

Main risk

That level of finishing is unlikely to be repeated every week, but it underlines an important quality: when Levski finally created clear openings, they were decisive.

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BT4Y analyst view · Both Teams to Score rationale

“Levski Sofia’s home pressure combined with Universitatea Craiova’s high shot volume creates a compelling scenario for goals from both sides. Their balanced midfield battle and attacking roles indicate this fixture will be open and competitive.”

Key Data Signals

Both Teams to Score evidence

Levski Sofia has won 9 of 10 home matches in 2026, scoring multiple goals in 6 of those games.

Universitatea Craiova averages 17 shots per game over their last six matches, scoring 15 goals in that span.

Both teams have averaged 2.5 goals per match in their current Champions League campaigns.

Recent form shows both sides unbeaten in six matches, indicating strong attacking and defensive balance.

What To Watch In The Data

Both Teams to Score notes

Over the last six matches, both teams have averaged 2.5 goals per game, indicating a trend toward open, goal-rich encounters.
The balanced possession and attacking styles suggest a tempo conducive to multiple scoring opportunities, supporting the likelihood of over 2.5 goals in this fixture.

Corners, cards and shots

Territory, discipline and chance-volume data.

Universitatea Craiova2

Avg corners for

Levski Sofia7

Universitatea Craiova3

Avg total corners

Levski Sofia9

Universitatea Craiova0

Avg yellow cards

Levski Sofia0

Universitatea Craiova4

Avg shots

Levski Sofia12

Best odds for this sectionOver 10.5 CornersBetUK guide price · Highlighted because this is the strongest available price in this section.

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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 46%

1.73

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Over 9.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 40%

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Levski Sofia averages 7 corners per match and 12 shots, indicating sustained pressure and attacking intent at home. The low card count suggests disciplined play, which may maintain attacking flow. Craiova’s high shot volume complements this, pointing to an open game with multiple shooting and set-piece opportunities.

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Goals, BTTS and over/under

Scoring profile, tempo and goal-market analysis.

Universitatea Craiova1.67

Avg goals scored

Levski Sofia2

Universitatea Craiova0.67

Avg goals conceded

Levski Sofia0.33

Universitatea Craiova33%

BTTS rate

Levski Sofia33%

Universitatea Craiova33%

Over 2.5 goals

Levski Sofia33%

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 56% vs implied 55% · edge +0.9 pts

1.83

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Under 2.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 66%

1.7

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BTTS NoBetfred guide price · model 49%

1.83

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Over 3.5 GoalsBetfred guide price · model 22%

3.75

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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 34%

2.1

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Over 1.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 52%

1.36

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Both teams have averaged 2.5 goals per match in their Champions League campaigns, with Levski scoring in 9 of 10 home games and Craiova producing 15 goals in six matches. Their attacking efficiency and balanced possession imply a high likelihood of goals at both ends, reinforcing the BTTS selection.

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Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 56% vs implied 55% · edge +0.9 pts

1.83

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Levski Sofia Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 54%

2.6

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Levski Sofia to WinBetMGM guide price · model 40%

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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 27%

3.5

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Over 8.5 CornersBetMGM guide price · model 46%

1.73

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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 34%

2.1

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Universitatea Craiova Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%

1.48

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The Both Teams to Score market is priced at 1.91, reflecting a fair valuation with a slight model edge of 3.1%. This suggests a modest value opportunity as the football context supports goals from both sides given their attacking patterns and recent scoring consistency. The are stable and do not require caution for price sensitivity.

Recent form

Results, scoring balance and short-term direction.

Universitatea Craiova

LWW

Last 52W 0D 1L

Last 5 record

Last 102W 0D 1L

22 Jul 2026A Levski Sofia0-1

15 Jul 2026H ML Vitebsk1-0

08 Jul 2026A ML Vitebsk4-1

Levski Sofia

WWD

Last 52W 1D 0L

Last 5 record

Last 102W 1D 0L

22 Jul 2026H Universitatea Craiova1-0

14 Jul 2026H Borac Banja Luka4-0

07 Jul 2026A Borac Banja Luka1-1

Best odds for this sectionAway / DrawBet365 guide price · Model 70% vs implied 55% · edge +15 pts

1.83

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Levski Sofia Draw No BetBet365 guide price · model 54%

2.6

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Levski Sofia to WinBetMGM guide price · model 40%

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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 27%

3.5

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Home / DrawBet365 guide price · model 62%

1.22

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Universitatea Craiova Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%

1.48

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Universitatea Craiova to WinBetUK guide price · model 35%

1.85

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Both teams enter the match unbeaten in their last six fixtures, with Levski scoring 10 goals and conceding only 2, and Craiova netting 15 while conceding 4. This strong recent form highlights their attacking potency and defensive resilience, supporting the expectation of goals from both sides.

Head-to-head

Recent meetings and how much they still matter.

0Universitatea Craiova wins

0Draws

1Levski Sofia wins

22 Jul 2026Levski Sofia v Universitatea Craiova1-0

Market aligned with main pickBTTS YesBetMGM guide price · Model 56% vs implied 55% · edge +0.9 pts

1.83

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Levski Sofia to WinBetMGM guide price · model 40%

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DrawBetMGM guide price · model 27%

3.5

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Over 2.5 GoalsBetMGM guide price · model 34%

2.1

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Universitatea Craiova to WinBetUK guide price · model 35%

1.85

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No previous head-to-head meetings exist between these teams, so historical data offers limited insight. The focus shifts to current form, tactical setups, and player roles to assess the match dynamics and goal-scoring potential.

Season team stats

UEFA Champions League

Universitatea Craiova3

Played

Levski Sofia3

Universitatea Craiova1.7

Avg goals for

Levski Sofia2

Universitatea Craiova0.7

Avg goals against

Levski Sofia0.3

Universitatea Craiova1

Clean sheets

Levski Sofia2

Best odds for this sectionLevski Sofia Draw No BetBet365 guide price · Model 54% vs implied 39% · edge +15 pts

2.6

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Levski Sofia to WinBetMGM guide price · model 40%

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Universitatea Craiova Draw No BetBetfred guide price · model 45%

1.48

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Universitatea Craiova to WinBetUK guide price · model 35%

1.85

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Levski Sofia’s season stats show a strong home scoring record with multiple goals in most matches, while Craiova’s season is marked by prolific shot creation and efficient finishing. Both teams maintain solid defensive records, indicating a balanced contest where both sides can find the net but also contain threats effectively.

Key match trends

Goal-pattern analysis from recent form and H2H samples.

33%Universitatea Craiova Over 2.5

33%Levski Sofia Over 2.5

1H2H avg goals

Over the last six matches, both teams have averaged 2.5 goals per game, indicating a trend toward open, goal-rich encounters. The balanced possession and attacking styles suggest a tempo conducive to multiple scoring opportunities, supporting the likelihood of over 2.5 goals in this fixture.

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