Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Arda Kardzhali travel to face Septemvri Sofia on Saturday 18 July in the First League, with Vasil Levski National Stadium the venue – the ball rolls at 17:00 WAT. In the table, Septemvri Sofia are 12th, in the drop zone, on 11 points after 14 matches; Arda Kardzhali are 6th (upper half) with 21.
Current form
Septemvri Sofia, last 5: LWLWW Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to Ludogorets, away. In their own stadium the record reads 4 won, 1 lost from 5. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 1.0 conceded per game.
Arda Kardzhali, last 5: LDLWL Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to Botev Vratsa, away. Away from home the record reads 2 won, 3 lost from 5. Goals for and against: 1.0 scored, 1.2 conceded per game.
Momentum favours Septemvri Sofia, collecting 2.0 points per game to 1.2 for Arda Kardzhali.
Head to head
When they last met (21 Mar 2026) it ended Septemvri Sofia 1–4 Arda Kardzhali.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give Septemvri Sofia 1.1 xG, Arda Kardzhali 1.4 xG – a total near 2.5. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 44%, GG 53%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – Septemvri Sofia 25%, draw 28%, Arda Kardzhali 47%.
Lower-risk option: Arda Kardzhali or draw (75%) at 1.25.
GG/NG: GG (53%) at 1.93.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Arda Kardzhali or draw (75%, odds 1.25). Most likely score in line with that pick: Septemvri Sofia 1–1 Arda Kardzhali. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
Septemvri Sofia25%fair 4.00 · @3.65
Draw28%fair 3.62 · @3.10
Arda Kardzhali47%fair 2.11 · @1.95
2.47Expected goals
1.08Septemvri Sofia xG
1.39Arda Kardzhali xG
53%Both score
44%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–113%
0–112%
1–09%
1–29%
0–08%
0–28%
From our goals model: Septemvri Sofia 1.1 – 1.4 Arda Kardzhali expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali?
Our pick is Arda Kardzhali or draw with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali?
On our numbers Septemvri Sofia have a 25% chance of winning, the draw 28% and Arda Kardzhali 47%.
How many goals will there be in Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 44% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali?
Our predicted score is Septemvri Sofia 1–1 Arda Kardzhali, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali?
Septemvri Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali (First League) kicks off on Saturday 18 July 2026 at 17:00 (West Africa Time) at Vasil Levski National Stadium.
Numbers from Betarazi' team ratings and score grid, with bookmaker lines for late news. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.