CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Stats: Head-to-Head Record and Recent Form
CSKA Sofia and Maccabi Tel Aviv meet at National Stadium Vasil Levski in Sofia on 13 August 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 UTC in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. This second-leg tie comes with a clear narrative already shaped by the first encounter, making the CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv stats particularly relevant for assessing how the qualification battle might unfold in Sofia.
With the tie played over two legs in the Europa League qualifying phase, the stakes are straightforward: progression to the next round and a step closer to the group stage. CSKA Sofia return home after the opening match in neutral surroundings, while Maccabi Tel Aviv must respond away from home. The combination of the first-leg result and each side’s Europa League form to date gives this fixture a decisive, high-pressure edge.
Head-to-head record
The head-to-head record between CSKA Sofia and Maccabi Tel Aviv is based on a single competitive meeting so far.
- Previous meetings: 1
- CSKA Sofia wins: 1
- Draws: 0
- Maccabi Tel Aviv wins: 0
CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Timeline & Historical Context
The CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv timeline in European competition begins with their first recorded clash on 6 August 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 3rd Qualifying Round. Played at Batumi Arena in Batumi, Maccabi Tel Aviv were designated as the home side, with CSKA Sofia listed as the away team. The Bulgarian club established early control, taking a 2-0 lead by half-time and ultimately closing out a 3-0 victory after 90 minutes.
That 6 August 2026 meeting in the 3rd Qualifying Round finished Maccabi Tel Aviv 0-3 CSKA Sofia, with the half-time score at 0-2. The result not only gave CSKA Sofia a commanding advantage in the tie but also set the tone for this emerging European matchup. The clean sheet for CSKA Sofia and the three-goal margin away from home underline a strong opening statement in the rivalry.
With only this single Europa League qualifier on record, the historical context is concise but clear: CSKA Sofia currently hold all the leverage in this head-to-head. As the second leg approaches in Sofia, the existing CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv timeline suggests that Maccabi Tel Aviv must significantly raise their level to overturn the deficit and alter the early balance of this European pairing.
CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv stats from their direct meetings show a one-sided picture so far, though based on a very small sample.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: CSKA Sofia 3 - 0 Maccabi Tel Aviv
- Average Goals per Match: CSKA Sofia 3.00 vs Maccabi Tel Aviv 0.00
CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 06 August 2026: Maccabi Tel Aviv 0-3 CSKA Sofia (Half-time: 0-2) – UEFA Europa League, 3rd Qualifying Round
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 CSKA Sofia Matches Results and Stats
CSKA Sofia’s Europa League campaign in the 2026 season to date has been highly efficient. Across 5 matches in the competition, they are unbeaten with 4 wins and 1 draw, combining solid attacking output with disciplined defending. They have scored 9 goals and conceded only 3, reflecting a side capable of controlling ties both at home and away, and their clean-sheet count underlines their defensive organisation.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 4, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Europa League)
Last 5 Maccabi Tel Aviv Matches Results and Stats
Maccabi Tel Aviv’s Europa League form in the 2026 season shows a more compact sample but still offers a clear picture. Over 3 matches, they have recorded 2 wins and 1 loss, scoring 6 goals and conceding 3. Their away attacking numbers stand out, with 5 goals scored in a single away fixture, while the home defeat by 3-0 highlights some vulnerability when under pressure, as seen in the first leg against CSKA Sofia.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Europa League)
Historical Statistical Verdict
From a historical and statistical perspective, this tie is still in its infancy, but the indicators are strong in CSKA Sofia’s favour. The head-to-head record stands at one match, one win, and a 3-0 aggregate goal difference for the Bulgarian side, built on a commanding neutral-venue performance. Overall Europa League form in the 2026 season further reinforces this edge: CSKA Sofia are unbeaten with a robust goal difference and multiple clean sheets, while Maccabi Tel Aviv combine potent attacking potential with occasional defensive frailty. As the second leg in Sofia approaches, the balance of CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv stats and the emerging timeline both lean toward CSKA Sofia holding the upper hand, leaving Maccabi Tel Aviv needing a high-impact away performance to shift the narrative of this qualifying clash.
CSKA Sofia vs Maccabi Tel Aviv H2H Statistics updated on 08 August 2026.
