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CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv prediction: this Europa League qualifying return leg is played with the tie effectively in CSKA's pocket after their 3-0 first-leg win in Tel Aviv. That result flips the tactical picture entirely — Maccabi must throw numbers forward from the first whistle, while CSKA can sit in and pick their moments.
CSKA Sofia have been excellent domestically and in Europe, winning three of their last four outings and conceding just 0.75 goals per game. Their only blemishes are draws against Qarabag and Slavia Sofia, both low-scoring affairs. Maccabi Tel Aviv arrive on the back of two straight wins in this competition but were comprehensively outplayed in the first leg, failing to score and shipping three.
With a three-goal cushion, CSKA don't need to chase the game, which should limit space and open counter-attacking opportunities. Maccabi's need to attack could work in CSKA's favor on the break, though it may also produce a more open, goal-heavy contest than a normal group match.
Given the aggregate lead, CSKA are strongly favored to progress and are well-positioned to also win or draw this second leg. Expect a cagier atmosphere than a standard fixture, with CSKA managing the tempo and Maccabi forced into high-risk positions that could open up chances at both ends.
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2026 Season
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The only meeting between these sides in the last two years came in the first leg of this very tie,...
The only meeting between these sides in the last two years came in the first leg of this very tie, played on August 6, 2026, in Tel Aviv, where CSKA Sofia won 3-0. That result gives CSKA a commanding aggregate advantage heading into the second leg. With no other recent history between the clubs, this single, lopsided result is the clearest indicator of the balance of power in this qualifying tie.
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Form Rating
7.3/10
CSKA Sofia have won three of their last four matches, including a dominant 3-0 win...
CSKA Sofia have won three of their last four matches, including a dominant 3-0 win over this very opponent in the first leg. They've conceded just 0.75 goals per game recently and posted two clean sheets, with only draws against Qarabag and Slavia Sofia interrupting their momentum. Their attack has been sharp, netting six goals in four games. With a comfortable aggregate lead, expect a measured approach rather than an all-out push. One player already proved decisive in the first leg's rout, and CSKA's low-fatigue status after seven days' rest should keep them fresh for another controlled performance at home.
3 of 15 in UEFA Europa League
Form Rating
6/10
Maccabi Tel Aviv had won their two Europa League qualifying matches prior to this tie,...
Maccabi Tel Aviv had won their two Europa League qualifying matches prior to this tie, scoring six and conceding zero, but were blanked 3-0 in the first leg against this very opponent. That result exposed real defensive vulnerabilities against a well-organized CSKA side. Needing a big response, Maccabi must attack aggressively despite limited European continuity this season. Their attacking form elsewhere has been strong, but this aggregate deficit changes their approach entirely. With seven days' rest and low fatigue risk, they have the freshness to go for it, but the gap they must close is significant.
CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv - Match Analysis
CSKA Sofia's 3-0 first-leg win gives them a commanding aggregate cushion heading into the second leg. Combined with their strong recent form — three wins in four matches and a stingy 0.75 goals conceded per game — CSKA don't need to win this leg outright to advance. That comfort allows them to play a controlled, counter-punching style against a Maccabi side forced to take risks.
Maccabi have won their prior two Europa League qualifiers this season, scoring six without conceding, showing real attacking quality when things click. If they start fast and exploit space CSKA leave while sitting back, an unlikely comeback isn't impossible. However, overturning a three-goal deficit against a well-organized CSKA defense is a tall order, making a full turnaround unlikely even with home-leg urgency reversed.
Draw No Bet: CSKA Sofia is a sound option, protecting against a draw while still backing their edge in form and the aggregate lead. Over 2.5 Goals also makes sense given Maccabi's need to attack and CSKA's counter-attacking threat. Both Teams to Score is a reasonable shout too, since Maccabi's forward commitment could open chances for CSKA on the break.
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