FC CSKA 1948 Sofia vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 20 Sep '25)

It's almost match time at the Bistritsa Stadium in Bulgaria, where the Parva Liga is setting the stage for the ultimate face-off this Saturday, 20 September. If history tells us anything, it's that FC CSKA 1948 Sofia has been hogging the spotlight in the last trio of fixtures against Lokomotiv Plovdiv, triumphing in all three encounters. Lokomotiv Plovdiv, on the other hand, seems to have misplaced their winning recipe, as they haven't tasted victory even once against their persistent adversary, not even a sharing spirit for a draw!

Their most recent head-to-head wasn't too long ago, on an unforgettable Sunday, 25 May, where FC CSKA 1948 Sofia made a dazzling exit with a 1-0 win as the away guests. If you're drawing some conclusions based on recent form, FC CSKA 1948 Sofia is waltzing in on cloud nine after a 3-1 spectacle over Slavia Sofia, boldly holding their flag at position 3 in their league. Lokomotiv Plovdiv isn't entirely outclassed, holding fort in 4th place, albeit after emerging with a humble 1-1 draw against Ludogorets.

Player trivia: Lokomotiv Plovdiv might want to keep a telescope on M. Diallo, who appears to be striking more than just a pose for FC CSKA 1948 Sofia with his 4 goals. The reverse spyglass suggests FC CSKA 1948 Sofia watch out for D. Iliev, the pass maestro who's dishing out assists like candy with a count of 1 this season for Lokomotiv Plovdiv.

Sophisticated ratings for the starry souls of FC CSKA 1948 Sofia: The triad of Sami Ben Amar does a little dance at 8.1, Georgi Rusev strums in at 7.63, and Benaissa Benamar strikes a pose at 7.4. Talk of the toon at Lokomotiv Plovdiv: Bojan Milosavljević chimes in at 7.09, Dimitar Iliev hums at 7.05, and Francisco Politino polishes off this musical order with 6.99.

When it comes to ball-hogging, FC CSKA 1948 Sofia modestly owns a 51.9% possession, slightly teasing Lokomotiv Plovdiv's 41.7%. And let's corner this with the corner count! FC CSKA 1948 Sofia has been averaging 4.88 corners per game, leaving Lokomotiv Plovdiv with just a nip at the bud at 3.75.

Disheartened by some not-so-brilliant card stats, FC CSKA 1948 Sofia has gathered 20 yellow memorabilia and Lokomotiv Plovdiv isn't far behind with 27. Both teams seem to shy away from the notorious red and penalties. So if you're squaring down the stats with eagle-eyed precision, it's a tick-up for FC CSKA 1948 Sofia who may just continue their winning spree based on the stats. With both eyes on current form and streaks, it's a crystal ball prediction that seems to favor the ever-charming FC CSKA 1948 Sofia to edge ahead in this impending saga!