CSKA Sofia and Ludogorets face each other on Sunday 05.03.2026, at 17:00 (UK Time), in a First League 2025/26 match. The game will take place at CSKA Sofia's home ground, the Stadion Vasil Levski.
Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between The Reds and Professional Football Club Ludogorets 1945, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.
APWin predictions for CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets
With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:
Double Chance: Draw or Ludogorets
The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.
CSKA Sofia preview
CSKA Sofia heads into the match with the following record in the First League: in 31 matches, The Reds secured 16 victories, 8 draws, and 7 losses, maintaining an average of 1.81 points per game.
Taking a broader look at The Army's 2025/26 season, the team has achieved a total of 16 victories so far.
CSKA Sofia has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 44 goals, of which 44 were scored in the First League, resulting in an average of 1.42 goals per game.
Individually, the standout performer is Ioannis Pittas, who has found the back of the net 8 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. James Armel Eto'o Eyenga has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 10 assists.
On the defensive side, CSKA Sofia has conceded 26 goals in the First League (an average of 0.84 per game) and 26 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0.84 per match in the 2025/26 campaign.
Ludogorets preview
Ludogorets comes into the game with 31 matches played so far in the First League. They have secured 17 victories, 9 draws, and 5 losses, maintaining an average of 1.94 points per game in the competition.
Across all competitions in the 2025/26 season, the team has recorded 24 wins, 13 draws, and 12 losses.
Professional Football Club Ludogorets 1945's attack has been highly effective, scoring 83 goals during this period. Of that total, 58 were netted in the First League, with an average of 1.87 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.69.
The Eagles's offensive system is led by Ivaylo Chochev, the team's top scorer this season. The bulgarian midfielder has found the back of the net 16 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, Petar Stanić. The midfielder has contributed with 9 assists.
On the defensive side, the team has conceded 22 goals with an average of 0.71 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 49 goals in 49 matches, averaging 1 per match.
Head to head: CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets
Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.
CSKA Sofia
Bulgaria - First League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L D W W W |
2 |
| Home | L D W W W |
2 |
| Away | W W L L W |
1.8 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 52% | 63% | 40% |
| Goals | 2.26 | 2.44 | 2.07 |
| Scored | 1.42 | 1.69 | 1.13 |
| Conceded | 0.84 | 0.75 | 0.93 |
| Both Teams to Score | 42% | 56% | 27% |
| Without Conceding | 39% | 38% | 40% |
| Failed To Score | 26% | 19% | 33% |
| 1st to Score | 61% | 63% | 60% |
|
xG
|
1.96 | 2.11 | 1.8 |
|
xGA
|
1.1 | 0.98 | 1.23 |
Ludogorets
Bulgaria - First League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall | L L D W W |
1.4 |
| Home | L D W W W |
2 |
| Away | L W W L L |
1.2 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 55% | 56% | 53% |
| Goals | 2.58 | 2.5 | 2.67 |
| Scored | 1.87 | 1.81 | 1.93 |
| Conceded | 0.71 | 0.69 | 0.73 |
| Both Teams to Score | 42% | 50% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 55% | 50% | 60% |
| Failed To Score | 19% | 13% | 27% |
| 1st to Score | 61% | 50% | 47% |
|
xG
|
2.07 | 2.25 | 1.89 |
|
xGA
|
0.98 | 0.94 | 1.03 |
Access all match stats for CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets
Where to watch CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets live?
Check out the live stream of CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets below and follow the match in real time.
I am a journalist with ten years of experience in sports content, SEO, and digital marketing, focused on building and optimizing products for the iGaming industry. My background includes work as a sports TV reporter, producing news stories, writing for major digital portals, and delivering live broadcasts, as well as strategic roles in SEO, growth, and community management across WhatsApp and social media platforms. Throughout my career, I have combined editorial expertise, data-driven analysis, and performance-oriented strategies to drive audience growth and engagement.