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Levski Sofia

Levski Sofia

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Universitatea Craiova

Universitatea Craiova

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Georgi Asparuhov Stadium
GoalVio prediction
68% confidence
Levski Sofia(68%)
Most likely exact score2-0
Win probability
Levski Sofia
68%
Draw
22%
Universitatea Craiova
10%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Intelligence snapshot
Attack
Levski Sofia
73
Universitatea Craiova
86
Defence
Levski Sofia
66
Universitatea Craiova
82
Momentum
Levski Sofia
100
Universitatea Craiova
100
Danger (xG)
Levski Sofia
1.80
Universitatea Craiova
2.25
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 1.25 xG for Levski Sofia and 1.11 xG for Universitatea Craiova. Universitatea Craiova's projected xG of 1.11 is not sufficient to make scoring a reliable expectation — the model does not see them generating enough high-quality chances to break through.The projected 1-0 scoreline features a clean sheet for one side. With only 1 goal expected in total, the match is projected to be a tight, low-scoring affair where one goal may be enough to decide the contest.

Over 2.5 goals
No

The model projects a combined xG of 2.36 — moderate attacking volume. A combined xG below 2.5 is the model's primary signal that the match is unlikely to produce more than two goals, and this fixture falls below that threshold.The projected 1-0 scoreline stays under the 2.5-goal mark. Only 1 goal is expected in the most likely outcome — the model sees this as a tight, low-scoring contest where one goal could be decisive.

xG for (Levski Sofia)
1.80
avg per match
xG for (Universitatea Craiova)
2.25
avg per match
xG against (Levski Sofia)
0.90
avg per match
xG against (Universitatea Craiova)
0.45
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
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Universitatea CraiovaUniversitatea Craiova
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Probability breakdown

68% confidence
Levski Sofia68%
Draw22%
Universitatea Craiova10%

Levski Sofia leads with 68% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Levski Sofia Backed to Win — Model Projects 2-0

Levski Sofia take on Universitatea Craiova in UEFA Champions League.

Key factors

: 🏟️ Home Advantage Goalvio applies an 8% xG boost for home teams based on empirical data showing home sides score 10–15% more goals at their own ground. Levski Sofia's Elo-adjusted home strength gives them a 53% expected score in this fixture — a factor that tips the balance when the underlying numbers are close.
: ⚠️ Upset Risk Universitatea Craiova have won 2 of their last 5 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Levski Sofia carry the stronger underlying metrics, Universitatea Craiova's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Levski Sofia hold a slim but consistent edge across the key input metrics. No single factor clears the threshold required to claim a material advantage, but chance quality, defensive organisation, and recent form all point in the same direction — and when multiple independent signals align, that convergence is the model's case for Levski Sofia.

Biggest risk: The xG gap between these sides is narrow — a small swing in form, a set-piece goal, or a tactical adjustment could flip the result. The model favours Levski Sofia, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Universitatea Craiova score first, the game becomes genuinely open.

Risk factors

  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.14 — a small swing in form or tactics could flip the result.
  • Live conditions — weather, team news, and in-game momentum — can always override statistical projections.
  • The Poisson model works on averages — individual moments of quality can decide matches that data suggests should be close.

Recent form

Levski Sofia

Levski Sofia

W
vs Dunav Ruse
17 Jul 2026
21
W
vs Borac Banja Luka
14 Jul 2026
40
D
@ Borac Banja Luka
7 Jul 2026
11
W
vs Radnik Surdulica
30 Jun 2026
50
W
vs CSKA Sofia
16 May 2026
20
Universitatea Craiova

Universitatea Craiova

W
vs ML Vitebsk
15 Jul 2026
10
D
vs Universitatea Cluj
12 Jul 2026
11
W
@ ML Vitebsk
8 Jul 2026
41
W
vs Polessya
29 Jun 2026
43
D
@ Universitatea Cluj
13 May 2026
00

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Levski Sofia vs Universitatea Craiova?

GoalVio's model predicts Levski Sofia to win with 68% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Levski Sofia vs Universitatea Craiova?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 2-0.

Will both teams score in Levski Sofia vs Universitatea Craiova?

GoalVio's model predicts BTTS: No — at least one team is expected to keep a clean sheet.

Will there be over 2.5 goals in Levski Sofia vs Universitatea Craiova?

GoalVio's model predicts Over 2.5 Goals: No — fewer than 3 goals are expected.

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