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Levski Sofia

Levski Sofia

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Stadion Lokomotiv
GoalVio prediction
Too close to call
No clear favourite

The model sees this as an open match — all three outcomes are within a tight range.

Levski Sofia36%
Lokomotiv Sofia35%
Draw29%
Most likely exact score1-0
Win probability
Lokomotiv Sofia
35%
Draw
29%
Levski Sofia
36%
Predicted winner is based on the highest win probability.
Both teams to score
No

The model projects 1.39 xG for Lokomotiv Sofia and 1.28 xG for Levski Sofia. Levski Sofia's projected xG of 1.28 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 2.67 — elevated 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 against (Levski Sofia)
0.90
avg per match

Momentum trend

last 5 matches
Levski SofiaLevski Sofia
WWDWW

Probability breakdown

36% confidence
Lokomotiv Sofia35%
Draw29%
Levski Sofia36%

Levski Sofia leads with 36% — the model's highest-probability outcome for this fixture.

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Analysis

Lokomotiv Sofia Backed to Win — Model Projects 1-0

Lokomotiv Sofia host Levski Sofia in First League. Lokomotiv Sofia have recorded LWDDDL in recent matches while Levski Sofia arrive with a run of WDWWWW. These sides have met 10 times recently, averaging 4.1 goals per game.

Key factors

: ⚠️ Upset Risk Levski Sofia have won 5 of their last 10 matches — a run of form that keeps this fixture competitive. While Lokomotiv Sofia carry the stronger underlying metrics, Levski Sofia's recent results mean the gap is narrower than the headline verdict implies.

Why GoalVio backs this

Lokomotiv 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 Lokomotiv 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 Lokomotiv Sofia, but this is not a fixture where the outcome is a foregone conclusion. If Levski Sofia score first, the game becomes genuinely open.

Risk factors

  • Levski Sofia are in decent form with 5 wins from their last 10 matches — an upset cannot be ruled out.
  • The head-to-head record is competitive — the underdog has won 8 of the last 10 meetings.
  • The xG gap is narrow at 0.11 — a small swing in form or tactics could flip the result.

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

Frequently asked questions

Who will win Lokomotiv Sofia vs Levski Sofia?

GoalVio's model predicts Lokomotiv Sofia to win with 36% confidence.

What is the predicted score for Lokomotiv Sofia vs Levski Sofia?

The most likely scoreline according to GoalVio's Skellam-DC model is 1-0.

Will both teams score in Lokomotiv Sofia vs Levski Sofia?

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 Lokomotiv Sofia vs Levski Sofia?

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

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