Bulgaria vs Spain Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Match Details: September 4th, 2025 | Stadion Vasil Levski | FIFA World Cup Qualification | 19:45 (BST)

Reigning European champions Spain kick off their World Cup qualification campaign with a trip to Sofia to face Bulgaria. Spain, who have not lost in 90 minutes for over a year, will be the heavy favourites to secure a comfortable victory, and they will be eager to assert their dominance in Group E from the first whistle. However, the Bulgarian side, despite their recent struggles, will be fired up to perform in front of their passionate home crowd. While Spain’s star-studded squad, including young talents like Lamine Yamal and Nico Williams, will be difficult to contain, Bulgaria will be hoping to contain the damage and snatch a surprise result.

Key Betting Tip: Bulgaria to Win or Draw at 3.12 odds represents excellent value based on the tip provided by our team of in-house tipsters.

Bulgaria vs Spain Predicted Lineups

Bulgaria Predicted XI: Ivan Dyulgerov, Viktor Popov, Valentin Antov, Petko Hristov, Anton Nedyalkov, Ilian Iliev, Ivaylo Chochev, Filip Krastev, Kiril Despodov, Georgi Minchev, Georgi Rusev

Spain Predicted XI: Unai Simón, Dani Carvajal, Robin Le Normand, Dani Vivian, Alejandro Grimaldo, Rodri, Mikel Merino, Gavi, Lamine Yamal, Álvaro Morata, Nico Williams

Bulgaria vs Spain Current League Standings

No matches have been played in Group E as of yet, so there are no current standings.

Bulgaria vs Spain Head-to-Head Timeline

This will be the first meeting between this pair in 23 years. Historically, they have met five times, with Spain winning four of those encounters, one draw occurring, and no wins for Bulgaria. The pair appeared in the same group in both the 1996 Euros and the 1998 World Cup.

Recent Head-to-Head Results:

• November 2002: Spain 1-0 Bulgaria (International Friendly)
• June 1998: Spain 6-1 Bulgaria (FIFA World Cup Group Stage)
• June 1996: Spain 1-1 Bulgaria (European Championship Group Stage)
• December 1985: Spain 2-0 Bulgaria (International Friendly)
• May 1933: Spain 13-0 Bulgaria (International Friendly)

Recent Bulgaria and Spain Matches Analysis

Bulgaria Last 5 Matches:

• Greece 4-0 Bulgaria (International Friendly)
• Bulgaria 2-2 Cyprus (International Friendly)
• Republic of Ireland 2-1 Bulgaria (UEFA Nations League)
• Bulgaria 1-2 Republic of Ireland (UEFA Nations League)
• Bulgaria 1-1 Belarus (UEFA Nations League)

Bulgaria are winless in five, conceding 10 goals in their last four fixtures.

Spain Last 5 Matches:

• Portugal 2-2 Spain (UEFA Nations League)
• Spain 5-4 France (UEFA Nations League)
• Spain 3-3 Netherlands (UEFA Nations League)
• Netherlands 2-2 Spain (UEFA Nations League)
• Spain 3-2 Switzerland (UEFA Nations League)

Falling to defeat on penalties in the Nations League final, Spain are unbeaten within 90 minutes across their last 20 games, including their European Championship triumph.

Bulgaria vs Spain Predictions

Our advanced algorithm analyses over 200 data points to generate these predictions with confidence in a Bulgaria win or draw. The model factors in current form, head-to-head records, player availability, and tactical matchups.

Best Bulgaria vs Spain Betting Tips

Football Park’s Best Bet: Double Chance (Bulgaria Win or Draw) @ 3.12 - Our team of in-house betting tipsters have predicted a Bulgaria win or draw in this fixture. Their superior form, home advantage, and head-to-head record justify confidence in this selection.

Key Players to Watch: Bulgaria vs Spain

Kiril Despodov (Bulgaria): As captain and the team's top scorer, Despodov is Bulgaria's most dangerous player. His pace, dribbling, and clinical finishing make him a constant threat in the final third. He will be looking to get on the end of any chances his team creates and cause a major upset against the European champions.

Lamine Yamal (Spain): The young winger is one of the most exciting talents in world football. His blistering pace, incredible dribbling skills, and eye for goal have already made him a key player for Spain. His performance will be key to Spain's chances of breaking down a stubborn Bulgarian defence.

Álvaro Morata (Spain): As Spain's captain, Morata will be looking to lead his team from the front. The striker has a decent goal-scoring record for his country and will be the focal point of the attack. His movement off the ball and ability to link up with his teammates will be crucial to Spain's success in attack.

Bulgaria vs Spain Match Facts

Broadcast Details: This game will be available for Amazon Prime UK subscribers to stream in the UK.

Stadium Information: Vasil Levski National Stadium, named after Bulgarian national hero and revolutionary Vasil Levski, is the country's second-largest stadium. The stadium has 43,230 seats and is located in the centre of Sofia, on the territory of the city's oldest and most famous park, Borisova Gradina. The Bulgaria national football team's home matches and the Bulgarian Cup finals are held at the venue, as well as athletics competitions.

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