Prediction Derry City vs CSKA Sofia — 16.07.2026

Teams Form Analysis

Derry City has struggled in their recent matches, with only 2 wins in their last 10 games, including a recent loss to CSKA Sofia. Their last match saw them concede 4 goals against Waterford, highlighting defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, CSKA Sofia has shown stronger form, winning 3 out of their last 5 matches, including a recent victory against Derry City.

Statistical Analysis & Influencing Factors

In their last 10 matches, Derry City has scored an average of 1.6 goals per game while conceding 2.0. CSKA Sofia, on the other hand, has averaged 2.25 goals for and 2.0 against in their last 4 matches. The head-to-head record favors CSKA Sofia, who won their only previous encounter with a score of 3-2, indicating a tendency for high-scoring matches between these teams.

Derry City — CSKA Sofia Prediction

• Exact Score: 2 – 3
• 1st Half: 1 – 2
• Goals (Total): 2 – 3
• Corners: 4 – 5
• Fouls: 12 – 10
• Yellow Cards: 2 – 1
• Shots on target: 8 – 6
• Offsides: 3 – 2
• Possession: 45% – 55%

Tactically, CSKA Sofia is expected to exploit Derry City's defensive lapses by utilizing quick transitions and pressing high to force errors. Derry City will need to tighten their defense and may adopt a more cautious approach to avoid being overwhelmed.

3 Reasons Why CSKA Sofia Will Win

• Projected Score Edge. CSKA Sofia has the edge in projected scoreline: 3 vs 2.
• Strong Recent Form. Recent form supports CSKA Sofia's attack: 2.25 goals per game, while Derry City allows 2.00 per game in the same sample.
• Head-to-Head Advantage. In recent head-to-head sample, CSKA Sofia leads with 1 wins against 0 losses.

Match Prediction

16.07.2026 17:30 UEFA Europa League

Derry City 2 1 1

CSKA Sofia 3 2 1

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