Match Forecast: Arda vs CSKA Sofia

Match Details

• Match ID: 19426603

• League: First League

• Season: 2025/2026

• Stage: Regular Season

• Match Date: September 18, 2025

• Kick-off Time: 14:30 (Local Time)

• Referee: Georgi Ginchev

• Venue: Stadion Beroe, Stara Zagora, Bulgaria

• Venue Capacity: 12,128

Team Profiles

Home Team: Arda

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• Current Position: 12th

• Previous Matches:

  • Spartak Varna 3 - 0 Arda (Sep 13, 2025)

  • Arda 2 - 2 Beroe (Aug 31, 2025)

  • Slavia Sofia 2 - 0 Arda (Aug 25, 2025)

• Recent Form: L-D-L-D-W-D-L-D-D-D

• Overall Stats:

  • Matches Played: 7

  • Wins: 1, Draws: 3, Losses: 3

  • Goals Scored: 8, Goals Conceded: 9

  • Points: 6

Away Team: CSKA Sofia

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• Current Position: 10th

• Previous Matches:

  • CSKA Sofia 3 - 1 Septemvri Sofia (Sep 13, 2025)

  • Slavia Sofia 2 - 2 CSKA Sofia (Aug 30, 2025)

  • CSKA Sofia 0 - 1 CSKA 1948 Sofia (Aug 24, 2025)

• Recent Form: W-D-L-D-L-D-D-W-L-W

• Overall Stats:

  • Matches Played: 7

  • Wins: 1, Draws: 4, Losses: 2

  • Goals Scored: 7, Goals Conceded: 7

  • Points: 7

Head to Head

• Last Encounter:

  • Arda 1 - 1 CSKA Sofia (May 31, 2025)

Betting Odds

OutcomeOddsProbabilityHome Win3.4029.41%Draw3.1032.26%Away Win2.0548.78%

Match Analysis

• Arda has seen a rough stretch recently, securing only 1 win in their last 7 matches, which reflects their struggles in the league.

• CSKA Sofia, while also inconsistent, managed a solid victory in their last match and have shown some scoring ability.

• Both teams have had difficulty maintaining clean sheets, leading to a high chance of goals in this matchup.

Prediction

Given the recent form and performance statistics, CSKA Sofia is favored to win this match with potential for a high-scoring game. Expecting a scoreline of around CSKA Sofia 2 - 1 Arda is plausible.

Key Players to Watch

• Arda: Georgi Nikolov (Last Match Rating: 6.46)

• CSKA Sofia: Mohamed Amin Brahimi (Last Match Rating: 6.65)

Conclusion

This match promises to be an intense fixture in the First League with both teams aiming to improve their standings. It’s a must-watch for fans and a crucial point in the season for both sides!