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Maccabi Tel Aviv FC vs CSKA Sofia Prediction & Betting Tips – UEFA Europa League Qualification Maccabi Tel Aviv FC vs CSKA Sofia Prediction & Betting Tips – UEFA Europa League Qualification
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Maccabi Tel Aviv FC meet CSKA Sofia in UEFA Europa League Qualification on Thursday, 6 Aug 2026 at 16:00 GMT. The available prices make Maccabi the market favourite, but the key question is whether their recent attacking strength can overcome a CSKA side that has proved difficult to beat. Maccabi’s model probability of 59% for victory is notably higher than the bookmaker-implied assessment at 1.92, creating a positive value case for the home win. The expected match profile is competitive and potentially low-scoring, with both sides having defensive records that deserve respect.
Maccabi Tel Aviv FC – Team Analysis
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-30 | UEFA Europa League | Sheriff Tiraspol | 1-0 | Win |
| 2026-07-23 | UEFA Europa League | Sheriff Tiraspol | 5-0 | Win |
| 2026-07-16 | Super Cup | Hapoel Beer Sheva | 3-1 | Win |
| 2026-07-03 | Friendlies Clubs | IMT Novi Beograd | 0-1 | Loss |
| 2026-06-30 | Friendlies Clubs | Alashkert | 1-0 | Win |
Maccabi’s recent form across all competitions is the stronger of the two records, with four wins in five matches and 10 goals scored. The 5-0 and 1-0 victories over Sheriff Tiraspol underline both their attacking ceiling and ability to control a tie, while an average of 0.4 conceded per game points to a disciplined defensive base.
The one defeat came in a friendly against IMT Novi Beograd, and it has limited relevance compared with the competitive wins that followed. Maccabi’s balance is particularly important here: they can press for a result without necessarily turning the match into an open contest.
CSKA Sofia – Team Analysis
| Date | Competition | Opponent | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-02 | First League | Dunav Ruse | 2-1 | Win |
| 2026-07-30 | UEFA Europa League | Qarabag | 0-0 (pen. 5-4) | Draw |
| 2026-07-27 | First League | Botev Plovdiv | 3-2 | Win |
| 2026-07-23 | UEFA Europa League | Qarabag | 0-0 | Draw |
| 2026-07-20 | First League | Slavia Sofia | 0-0 | Draw |
CSKA Sofia are unbeaten in their last five matches, although their recent form across all competitions has been driven by three draws. Their average of 1.0 goal per game is half Maccabi’s figure, and the two goalless meetings with Qarabag show how effectively they can keep a game compact.
CSKA did win their Qarabag tie on penalties and recently defeated Dunav Ruse 2-1, so they arrive with resilience and competitive rhythm. However, the lower scoring output suggests they may need an outstanding defensive performance or an efficient counter-attacking moment to upset the model’s home-win expectation.
Head-to-Head Record
| Date | Competition | Match | Score | Winner |
|---|
There is no recorded head-to-head data available for these teams. Consequently, there is no historical matchup trend to use as a tiebreaker, and the assessment should remain focused on current form, scoring rates and the available prices.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Maccabi Tel Aviv FC – Predicted XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Midfielder | I. Noy |
| Defender | N. Ben Harush |
| Defender | T. Asante |
| Defender | R. Shlomo |
| Defender | R. Revivo |
| Midfielder | Dor Peretz |
| Midfielder | I. Sissokho |
| Defender | M. Camara |
| Attacker | S. Yehezkel |
| Midfielder | K. Andrade |
| Attacker | E. Sokler |
CSKA Sofia – Predicted XI
| Position | Player |
|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | D. Nikolov |
| Defender | Pastor |
| Defender | A. Tunchev |
| Midfielder | Léo Pereira |
| Midfielder | Tamimou Ouorou |
| Defender | J. Gbamin |
| Midfielder | Bruno Jordão |
| Attacker | J. Zwarts |
| Midfielder | S. Sensi |
| Midfielder | M. Brahimi |
| Attacker | S. Godoy |
Team News
Maccabi Tel Aviv FC absences: No key absences.
CSKA Sofia absences: No key absences.
Betting Analysis & Tips
Wolfbet lists Maccabi Tel Aviv FC at 1.92, equivalent to an implied probability of approximately 52.1%, while the independent model gives the home side a 59% chance of winning. That difference produces a model edge and explains why Home Win is the recommended selection, with expected value of +13.3%; the draw is assessed at 24% and CSKA at 17%. The market’s totals line is cautious, pricing Under 2.5 at 1.73 against 1.90 for Over 2.5, which fits CSKA’s recent defensive record and the wider low-scoring consensus, although the totals market is not the primary recommendation. Four of five external prediction sources also favour Maccabi, but disagreement over the draw and goals means this should be treated as a value position rather than an invitation to stake beyond reasonable limits.
| Market | Selection | Odds | Value Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Match Result | Maccabi Tel Aviv FC | 1.92 | ★★ Value |
| Draw | Draw | 3.13 | No value |
| Match Result | CSKA Sofia | 3.47 | No value |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Over 2.5 | 1.9 | Not assessed |
| Over/Under 2.5 Goals | Under 2.5 | 1.73 | Not assessed |
Final Prediction
Maccabi Tel Aviv FC’s superior scoring average, stronger recent form and defensive consistency make them the likelier winners. CSKA Sofia should keep the contest close, but the projected outcome is a narrow Maccabi success rather than a high-scoring game.
| Predicted Score | Maccabi Tel Aviv FC 1-0 CSKA Sofia |
| Most Likely Result | Home Win |
| Recommended Bet | Home Win @ 1.92 (EV +13%) |
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