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Celje vs Ararat-Armenia Stats: Head-to-head Record Before Match

Celje host Ararat-Armenia in the UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round on 11 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:15 UTC in Celje. The tie is finely balanced after the first leg in Yerevan, and this return fixture will decide who progresses closer to the group stage. In this context, understanding the Celje vs Ararat-Armenia stats is crucial to gauge where the edge might lie before this decisive night in Europe.

Both clubs are bidding to extend their continental campaigns, with Ararat-Armenia representing Armenia and Celje flying the flag for Slovenia in the 2026 Champions League qualifying path. With only one side able to move on from this 3rd Qualifying Round, every detail in the Celje vs Ararat-Armenia stats could matter, from the narrow margins in previous meetings to the contrasting patterns in their current European form.

Head-to-head record

The head-to-head record between Celje and Ararat-Armenia is based on a small but competitive sample of European qualifying ties.

  • Previous meetings: 2
  • Celje wins: 0
  • Draws: 0
  • Ararat-Armenia wins: 2

Celje vs Ararat-Armenia Timeline & Historical Context

The Celje vs Ararat-Armenia timeline in European competition begins with their UEFA Europa League clash on 24 September 2020. In that 3rd Qualifying Round tie at Yerevan Football Academy, Ararat-Armenia were the home side and edged a tight encounter after extra time. The match finished 0-0 after 90 minutes before Ararat-Armenia found a breakthrough in the additional period to win 1-0, eliminating Celje in a cagey, low-scoring contest.

Their paths crossed again in UEFA competition in the 2026 UEFA Champions League 3rd Qualifying Round. On 4 August 2026, Ararat-Armenia again hosted the first leg, this time at Vazgen Sargsyan Republican Stadium in Yerevan. The match was more open than their previous meeting: Ararat-Armenia led 1-1 at half-time and eventually secured a 2-1 victory over Celje in regular time, taking a narrow advantage into the return leg in Celje.

Across these two fixtures, the Celje vs Ararat-Armenia timeline shows a rivalry defined by fine margins but a clear edge on the scoreboard for the Armenian side. Both meetings have come in high-stakes European qualifying rounds, underlining that whenever these clubs meet, progression in continental competition is on the line.

Celje vs Ararat-Armenia Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall Celje vs Ararat-Armenia stats underline Ararat-Armenia’s early dominance in this matchup, though the goal difference remains relatively tight.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: Celje 1 - 3 Ararat-Armenia
  • Average Goals per Match: Celje 0.50 vs Ararat-Armenia 1.50

Venue Split Performance:

  • At Celje's stadium: 0 matches played here — Celje won 0 (as home side), Ararat-Armenia won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Ararat-Armenia's stadium: 2 matches played here — Ararat-Armenia won 2 (as home side), Celje won 0 (as away side), 0 draws

Celje vs Ararat-Armenia Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Celje vs Ararat-Armenia last results in recent competitive fixtures:

  • 4 August 2026: Ararat-Armenia 2-1 Celje (Half-time: 1-1) – UEFA Champions League, 3rd Qualifying Round
  • 24 September 2020: Ararat-Armenia 1-0 Celje (Half-time: 0-0) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round (after extra time)

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Celje Matches Results and Stats

For Celje, the available Champions League statistics for the 2026 season to date indicate a mixed but competitive campaign. Across three matches in this European run, Celje have recorded one win, one draw and one defeat, scoring seven goals and conceding seven. Their attack has been productive both home and away, averaging over two goals per game, but the defense has also been regularly breached, suggesting open, high-event contests rather than controlled, low-risk performances.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)

Last 5 Ararat-Armenia Matches Results and Stats

Ararat-Armenia’s 2026 Champions League campaign shows a more polarized pattern. Over five matches, they have three wins and two defeats, with no draws. At home they have been especially strong, winning all three fixtures with a combined six goals scored and just one conceded, reflecting a solid defensive platform in Yerevan. Away from home, however, they have lost both matches, conceding five goals and scoring three, which points to a more vulnerable side on their travels despite maintaining some attacking threat.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 3, Draw 0, Lose 2 (season to date in UEFA Champions League 2026)

Historical Statistical Verdict

The historical numbers show Ararat-Armenia with a perfect record in this fixture, winning both previous meetings and outscoring Celje 3-1 across Champions League and Europa League qualifiers. The venue split highlights that all those victories came in Yerevan, with this upcoming match marking the first time Celje host Ararat-Armenia in European competition. Season-to-date Champions League form adds nuance: Celje combine a potent attack with a leaky defense, while Ararat-Armenia have been dominant at home but less convincing away. Overall, the Celje vs Ararat-Armenia stats suggest a tie that remains finely poised, with historical head-to-head results favoring Ararat-Armenia but the change of venue offering Celje a genuine opportunity to shift the balance.

Celje vs Ararat-Armenia H2H Statistics updated on 6 August 2026.

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