Plzen & Levski Sofia Prediction

As the UEFA Europa League group stage heats up, Plzen prepares to host Levski Sofia at the Doosan Arena on October 22, 2026. Both teams are navigating through a series of mixed results, making this encounter a pivotal moment in their campaign.

Plzen comes into this match on the back of a rollercoaster set of performances. With their recent 3-0 victory over Mlada Boleslav, they showed glimpses of their attacking prowess. However, inconsistency has been a shadow, as demonstrated in their 0-3 loss to Union St. Gilloise and a narrow defeat to Sigma Olomouc. They have managed to score an average of 1.20 goals per game in their last five matches while conceding 1.60. At home, they have been slightly more prolific, scoring 2.20 goals on average, but their defense remains porous with 1.60 goals conceded per game. Fortunately for Plzen, they have a full squad available, with no injuries or suspensions to contend with.

Levski Sofia, on the other hand, travels with a mixed bag of results. Their recent triumph over Cherno More Varna showcased their potential, while the 2-4 loss against CSKA Sofia highlighted vulnerabilities. Averaging 0.80 goals per match over their last five games and conceding an average of 1.00, they have displayed a stronger defensive setup compared to Plzen. Away from home, Levski Sofia has shown resilience, securing three wins in their last five outings and maintaining a tighter defensive record, conceding just 1.20 goals per game. Like their opponents, they too have the advantage of a full-strength squad with no players sidelined due to injury or suspension.

Given the contrasting forms and the recent performances of both teams, this match could see both sides creating opportunities. While Plzen’s home advantage and higher scoring rate might suggest a potential edge, Levski Sofia's ability to grind out results on the road cannot be overlooked. Therefore, a prediction that stands out is "All: Both Teams to Score : Yes", as both teams have vulnerabilities at the back that could lead to an open game with opportunities for each side to find the net.