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Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2 - 1 Levski Sofia
Who will win?
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Lokomotiv Plovdiv
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Draw
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Levski Sofia
Lokomotiv Plovdiv host Levski Sofia in a fiercely contested Bulgaria First League clash on 26 September 2025, with kick-off at 18:00 GMT. Matches between these two sides are traditionally tight, and Football Park’s advanced algorithm expects another closely fought battle at Stadion Lokomotiv. In line with our San Lorenzo vs Velez Sarsfield Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips format, this preview delivers a comprehensive betting breakdown using over 200 data points.
The model suggests a finely balanced contest, with Lokomotiv holding a slight edge at home (40% win probability) compared to Levski’s 33.3%. Goals are expected to be at a premium, with just 2.1 expected match goals overall. The standout betting angles are Under 2.5 Goals @ 1.73 and a Draw @ 3.40, reflecting both teams’ defensive tendencies and their history of low-scoring affairs.
Home Win Probability: 40.00%
Draw Probability: 26.70%
Away Win Probability: 33.30%
Correct Score Prediction: 2-1 Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Total Goals Projection: 2.1 expected goals
Under 2.5 Goals @ 1.73 – With only a 35% chance of over 2.5, this is the safest statistical edge.
Draw @ 3.40 – A balanced 26.7% likelihood and supported by recent head-to-head patterns.
Goal Expectation: Lokomotiv (1.1) vs Levski (1.1) – showing an even attacking outlook.
First Half Projection: 1.13 goals expected, with Levski more likely to hold the HT lead (40%).
Half-Time/Full-Time Trend: Draw/Home edges the probability chart, indicating Lokomotiv may finish stronger.
Match Flow: 67% chance of at least one first-half goal, but just 27% chance of two or more before the break.
Recent encounters underline how unpredictable this fixture has been:
02 Aug 2024 – Lokomotiv Plovdiv 0-2 Levski Sofia
18 May 2024 – Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1-2 Levski Sofia
06 Aug 2023 – Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2-1 Levski Sofia
21 May 2023 – Lokomotiv Plovdiv 0-3 Levski Sofia
08 May 2023 – Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1-0 Levski Sofia
12 Sep 2021 – Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2-2 Levski Sofia
In their last 10 meetings, neither team has established dominance, with both sides claiming wins but most matches staying under three goals.
Home Win @ 3.50 – Solid value with 40% probability but undermined by Lokomotiv’s inconsistency.
Draw @ 3.40 – Best-value outcome in this market, supported by both the algorithm and history.
Away Win @ 2.05 – Priced as favourites but only a 33.3% projection.
Under 2.5 Goals @ 1.73 – Strongest probability-backed bet given the 65% likelihood of two goals or fewer.
Both Teams to Score @ 2.00 – 53.3% chance, but the model leans against backing this market.
Under 2.5 Goals @ 1.73
Draw @ 3.40
These represent Football Park’s highest-rated selections, combining defensive probability trends with realistic value.
Date & Kick-off: 26 September 2025 | 18:00 GMT
Venue: Stadion Lokomotiv, Plovdiv
Predicted Scoreline: Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2-1 Levski Sofia
Broadcast: Bulgarian domestic sports channels and selected international streams.
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