Three goals down after a surprising first-leg defeat, CSKA Sofia return home knowing they need an extraordinary comeback to keep their Europa League hopes alive. The Bulgarians were not in action domestically at the weekend, so they should have fresh legs for this demanding contest. CSKA have won 60% of their last five home matches and average 2.20 goals per game on home soil. Mohamed Brahimi is suspended, although he is not considered a regular starter.
OFI Crete, meanwhile, have every reason to be confident after taking a commanding 3-0 lead in the opening encounter. Interestingly, they needed just seven goal attempts to score three times, showing remarkable efficiency in front of goal. The Greeks also warmed up with a 2-0 victory over Volos at the weekend and have won 50% of their last 10 matches. Their away form is less convincing, however, with just a 20% win rate.
As home advantage and fresh legs could inspire a response from CSKA, we are tempted to bet on Home Win, alongside CSKA Over 1.5 and Over 2.5 goals total (CSKA must attack from the start, which should create an open game).
This Europa League match will be played on Thursday 27 August 2026 at 19:00.
What is our CSKA Sofia vs OFI Crete prediction?
Our prediction for this match: CSKA Sofia 2 - 1 OFI Crete
CSKA Sofia vs OFI Crete Betting Tips
- Correct Score: 2-1 @ 800 Odds
- Both Teams to Score (BTTS): Yes @ -111 Odds
- Over / Under 4.5 Goals: Under 4.5 Goals @ -800 Odds
- Over / Under 3.5 Goals: Under 3.5 Goals @ -275 Odds
- Over / Under 2.5 Goals: Over 2.5 Goals @ -125 Odds
- Over / Under 1.5 Goals: Over 1.5 Goals @ -400 Odds
- Anytime Goalscorer: Ioannis Pittas @ -105 Odds
- First Goalscorer: Ioannis Pittas @ 333 Odds
- Asian Handicap: CSKA Sofia -0.5 @ -174 Odds
- European Handicap: OFI Crete +2 @ -200 Odds
- Shots on Target (Home): Over 4.5
- Shots on Target (Away): Over 2.5
- Shots on Target (Total): Over 7.5
- Total Corners: 9 - 11 @ 162 Odds
- Double Chance: 12 @ -600 Odds
- Draw No Bet: CSKA Sofia to Win @ -400 Odds
- Half Time/Full Time: CSKA Sofia to Win/CSKA Sofia to Win @ 140 Odds
- Clean Sheet: CSKA Sofia - No @ -163 Odds
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