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Levski Sofia vs AEK Athens FC Prediction, Tips & Odds

Levski Sofia vs AEK Athens FC

UEFA Champions LeaguePlay-offs
Levski Sofia
WWLWD
0 - 0
National Stadium Vasil Levski, Sofia
Referee: G. Nyberg
AEK Athens FC
#1 · UEFA Champions League
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★ OUR PICK
Under 2.5 Goals
Tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form make the under the value pick here.
Totals
1.64
BEST ODDS
Our pick: Bookmakers offer average 1.57 (implied 63.6%) for Under 2.5 Goals. Our experts calculate a 66.1% probability (an expert ratio of 1.51). We chose this bet because our experts rate it more likely than the bookmaker price implies (66.1% vs 63.6%), driven by both sides' tight defensive records and low-scoring recent form. That edge makes it our most confident selection for this match.

Match Preview

The model favours Levski Sofia to win against AEK Athens FC, projecting a scoreline of 2-1. Levski Sofia has shown impressive form this season, with four wins and one draw in their last five matches. This strong performance indicates a high level of confidence and effectiveness in their play, which could be crucial in a knockout stage like the Champions League play-offs. On the other hand, AEK Athens FC also comes into this match with solid form, having secured four wins and only one loss in their last five games. However, their recent defeat may raise some concerns about consistency, especially when facing a well-performing opponent like Levski Sofia. The ability to bounce back from setbacks will be vital for AEK Athens in this encounter. According to the model output, Levski Sofia has a win probability of approximately 60%, with a projected score of 2-1. A key market statistic to note is that the odds might reflect a tight contest, given AEK Athens's competitive form. One caveat to consider is that if AEK Athens can leverage their strong offensive capabilities, they could pose a significant threat to Levski Sofia's aspirations. The full methodology used for this prediction can be found in the "How We Reached This Prediction" section, as it relies on an in-house model analyzing expected goals and actual results throughout the season.

Betting Predictions

How the model works, and its full prediction record, are set out on our How It Works and Accuracy pages.

Match Result
Levski Sofia Win35%3.26
Draw25%3.02
AEK Athens FC Win40%2.31
BTTS
Both Teams to Score: Yes
1.9750.2%

Both attacks have been productive in recent matches, with regular goal-scoring on either side.

Over/Under Goals
Under 2.5 Goals
1.5755.8%

Levski Sofia manage games at home, conceding just 0.64 goals per match. AEK Athens FC score 2.03 on the road.

Correct Score
Levski Sofia 1-1 AEK Athens FC
5.4518.5%

The most likely scoreline per our model at 18.5% probability.

Asian Handicap
AEK Athens FC -0.0
1.6134%

AEK Athens FC have been the stronger side, winning 57% of their matches.

CORRECT SCOREMost likely outcomes
1-1
5.45
18.5%
0-1
5.96
16.9%
0-0
6.99
14.4%
1-0
7.44
13.6%
1-2
8.59
11.8%
0-2
9.36
10.8%

Our model projects a 1-1 draw as the most likely scoreline at 18.5% probability. These six outcomes together cover the bulk of the projected probability for this fixture.

ASIAN HANDICAPLines & prices
Levski Sofia
-0.0
2.29
AEK Athens FC
+0.0
1.61
Levski Sofia
-0.3
2.55
AEK Athens FC
+0.3
2.00
Levski Sofia
-0.5
3.08
AEK Athens FC
+0.5
2.26
Levski Sofia
-1.5
8.00
AEK Athens FC
+1.5
5.00

Lines averaged across 6 bookmakers. AEK Athens FC are the favourites on the spread, so the larger handicaps pay more if they win comfortably while the smaller lines protect the bet on a narrower result.

Best Betting Odds

Levski Sofia vs AEK Athens FC
Bookmaker1X2O/U 2.5BTTS
1X2OverUnderYesNo
10Bet
3.203.102.302.351.571.931.75
Marathonbet
3.302.982.312.381.561.951.74
Betfair
3.202.882.252.251.571.911.80
Pinnacle
3.453.032.382.431.58
SBO
2.942.972.312.281.64
William Hill
3.302.902.251.911.83
Bet365
3.103.002.252.351.572.101.67
1xBet
3.443.112.412.461.621.971.75
Unibet
3.302.952.382.431.472.021.68
888Sport
3.302.902.252.301.571.911.83
Betano
3.253.152.352.401.601.981.78
Superbet
3.303.102.352.401.582.021.78
BetVictor
3.303.202.302.251.551.951.75

Goals Probability

Avg. bookmaker odds
Over 0.5 Goals
86.7%
Over 1.5 Goals
65.2%
Over 2.5 Goals
44.2%
Over 3.5 Goals
20.9%

Double Chance

Bet covers two outcomes
1XLevski Sofia or Draw
61%1.57
12Levski Sofia or AEK Athens FC
75%1.34
X2Draw or AEK Athens FC
65%1.31

Head to Head

Last 1 Meetings (evenly matched 0-0)
0 Levski Sofia1 Draw0 AEK Athens FC
18 Aug
Levski Sofia
0-0
AEK Athens FC
UEFA Champions League

The head-to-head record between Levski Sofia and AEK Athens FC shows 0 wins for Levski Sofia, 1 draw, and 0 wins for AEK Athens FC. Their only encounter ended in a goalless draw, indicating a tightly contested match with neither side able to secure a victory. This lack of scoring suggests that both teams may struggle to find the net against each other. With no wins recorded for either team in their history, this matchup has been balanced and competitive, but also low in goal production.

UEFA Champions League Standings

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Venue Record

Current season at home / on the road
AEK Athens FCAway
0W0D0L
0 playedGF 0 · GA 0 pts/game

Key Statistics

2026 Season
Levski SofiaAEK Athens FC
2Goals p.g.2.03
0.64Goals conceded p.g.0.71
52%Clean sheets51%
64%Win rate57%
2.64Avg goals in match2.74
xG per game1.53
xGA per game-0.22
53%Possession %54%
3.0Shots on target / game5.1
3.0Corners per game4.9
Levski Sofia
Recent Form

Levski Sofia have won 11 of their last 14 matches at home, drawing 2 and losing 1. Their recent home fixtures include beat Levski Sofia 6-0 and drew with Levski Sofia 0-0.

Overall, the wider run reads 16W 7D 2L from the last 25 games (64% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: Levski SofiaAll competitions
02 Sept
Slavia Sofia
1-2
Levski Sofia
First League
30 Aug
Botev Plovdiv
1-3
Levski Sofia
First League
26 Aug
AEK Athens FC
4-0
Levski Sofia
UEFA Champions League
22 Aug
Levski Sofia
6-0
Spartak Varna
First League
18 Aug
Levski Sofia
0-0
AEK Athens FC
UEFA Champions League
11 Aug
Kairat Almaty
0-1
Levski Sofia
UEFA Champions League
16
Win
64%
7
Draw
28%
2
Lost
8%
AEK Athens FC
Recent Form

AEK Athens FC have won 8 of their last 17 matches on the road, drawing 8 and losing 1. Their recent away fixtures include beat Nestos Chrisoupolis 0-2 and drew with Kifisia 1-1.

Overall, the wider run reads 20W 11D 4L from the last 35 games (57% win rate). The form line is positive, with more wins than defeats across the sample.

Match Results: AEK Athens FCAll competitions
05 Sept
AEK Athens FC
5-0
Aris Thessalonikis
Super League 1
02 Sept
Nestos Chrisoupolis
0-2
AEK Athens FC
Cup
30 Aug
Kifisia
1-1
AEK Athens FC
Super League 1
26 Aug
AEK Athens FC
4-0
Levski Sofia
UEFA Champions League
22 Aug
AEK Athens FC
4-0
Iraklis 1908
Super League 1
18 Aug
Levski Sofia
0-0
AEK Athens FC
UEFA Champions League
20
Win
57%
11
Draw
31%
4
Lost
11%

Lineups

Confirmed

Levski Sofia4-2-3-1Confirmed

3MaiconDEF
31Nikola SerafimovDEF
50Kristian DimitrovDEF
21AldairDEF
17Everton BalaFWD
92Svetoslav VutsovGK
11Armstrong Oko-FlexMID
35SerginhoMID
7ReinaldoMID
19El Mehdi MoubarikMID
20Álex CentellesMID
4Christian MakounDEF
2Hevertton SantosDEF
28Steven StoyanchovFWD
22Mazire SoulaFWD
27David KussoFWD
77Adrian RaychevFWD
9Juan PereaFWD
1Ognyan VladimirovGK
78Martin LukovGK
10Asen Ivanov MitkovMID
18Gašper TrdinMID

AEK Athens FC4-4-2Confirmed

3Stavros PiliosDEF
44Filipe RelvasDEF
2Harold MoukoudiDEF
12Lazaros RotaDEF
9Luka JovićFWD
90ZiniFWD
1Thomas StrakoshaGK
11Aboubakary KoitaMID
18Răzvan MarinMID
6Kaan KairinenMID
14Lovro MajerMID
15Martin GeorgievDEF
21Domagoj VidaDEF
25Barnabás VargaFWD
41Marios BalamotisGK
91Alberto BrignoliGK
20Petros MantalosMID
17Dimitrios KaloskamisMID
10Oleksandr ZubkovMID
8Mijat GaćinovićMID
7Dereck KutesaMID

Unavailable Players

0 players

Levski Sofia

No reported absences

AEK Athens FC

No reported absences

Betting Strategy

High-probability picks are the most likely outcomes. Value selections are markets where our model's probability sits above the price implied by the odds. They will not always come in, but the odds are in your favour over time.

High Probability
Under 2.5 Goals1.57 (55.8%)
Value Bets
Levski Sofia Win3.26 (35.1%)
Draw3.02 (25.4%)
AEK Athens FC Win2.31 (39.5%)
Over 2.5 Goals2.36 (44.2%)
Both Teams Score1.97 (50.2%)
BTTS No1.76 (49.8%)

Yellow Card Prediction

G. Nyberg has averaged 2.0 yellow cards per match across 1 recent fixtures we have data for. Our pick is under 3.5 yellow cards at 1.95.

Corner Prediction

Levski Sofia have averaged 3.0 corners per match at home; AEK Athens FC 4.9 on the road. Combined that projects roughly 5.0 corners in this fixture. Our pick is under 9.5 corners at 1.80.

Player Stats Bet

AEK Athens FC have generated 1.53 xG per game across their recent matches, winning 57% of them. They put 5.1 shots on target per match, giving their attackers the volume needed to land a goal-involvement bet. AEK Athens FC player to score or assist at 1.55 looks well supported by the data.

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OUR PREDICTION
2.5 Goals Under

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The Daily Punt Analysis Team

Data-driven football predictions and betting tips

This forecast was built by the The Daily Punt Analysis Team using our in-house statistical model. We feed the model two layers of data for every fixture: each team's recent expected goals (xG and xGA) and their actual goals scored and conceded, split by home and away venue. The numbers run through a Poisson distribution that produces a probability for every possible scoreline, which we then convert into fair odds for the 1X2, correct score, BTTS, and over/under markets.

Before publishing, we cross-check our fair odds against the prices the major bookmakers are offering. Where a bookmaker is paying out more than our model says is mathematically fair, we flag that market as a value bet on this page.