- PFC CSKA Sofia have been winless in their last 5 matches in all competitions (4 draws and 1 defeat), with two goalless draws in their most recent games.
- FC CSKA 1948 are 5th in Parva liga 2025/2026, with 10 points from their first 5 matches.
- FC CSKA 1948 have never won away at PFC CSKA Sofia.
Sofia’s derby a close encounter
CSKA Sofia are the favorite to take the spoils when the two CSKA’s of Sofia meet in the Bulgarian capital on Sunday in a derby that has quickly developed into an intense fixture.
Our PFC CSKA Sofia vs FC CSKA 1948 prediction highlights that PFC CSKA Sofia have dominated this Parva liga H2H with four wins and one draw from the pair of sides’ last five league encounters, a run which includes a 2-2 draw when the sides met at CSKA Stadium Sofia in April 2024/25.
However, the PFC CSKA Sofia vs FC CSKA 1948 prediction is not reflected in the current odds of 1.62 for Dusan Kerkez’s side, which is probably due to the contrasting form of these clubs so far in Parva liga 2025/2026. Sofia sit 13th with just three points from four matches, while 1948 are 5th with ten points from their opening five.
Kerkez still looking for a winning formula at CSKA Sofia
Dusan Kerkez took charge of PFC CSKA Sofia in June 2025, introducing a style of play based around dynamic, high-tempo attacking soccer that has failed to produce a win in five matches to date.
CSKA have, however, drawn their two games this season, with a home stalemate against PFC Cherno More Varna and an away draw at Arda Kardzhali, by keeping things tight at the back and scoring a single goal.
Kerkez’s changes have focused on pressing opponents high up the pitch and making quick transitions to break through the opposition defence, but his team are still struggling to convert their good work into wins.
Ivan Stoyanov’s approach could hardly be more different, with his side a model of defensive solidity since April 2025.
CSKA 1948 have been a more methodical side on the ball, building up their attacks in a more structured way and looking to counter when the game is in their favour.
The visitors have already put together a five-game run across all competitions (W3, D1, L1) with a solid 2-1 win at home to PFC Montana 1921 following up their away defeat to Dobrudzha Dobrich, and the PFC CSKA Sofia vs FC CSKA 1948 preview demonstrates how this consistency has helped them to a positive start in Parva liga 2025/2026.
Goals are likely to be scarce when these sides meet
FC CSKA 1948 have taken just one point from two away games in Parva liga 2025/2026, conceding three goals on the road. However, this will be a tight game between two organised teams and Under 2.5 goals at 1.67 offers value.
For those looking for additional insights, this PFC CSKA Sofia vs FC CSKA 1948 betting tips section can highlight that a clash between a high-octane attacking style and a more defensive structure can often be a tactical stalemate and this is likely to be another close game between the CSKA rivals.
