CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv: Betarazi preview and prediction
The fixture
Lokomotiv Plovdiv travel to face CSKA 1948 on Friday 28 August in the First League, with Bistritsa Stadium the venue – the ball rolls at 19:15 WAT. In the table, CSKA 1948 are 4th, among the top four, on 29 points after 14 matches; Lokomotiv Plovdiv are 11th (lower half) with 12. There are 17 points between them, and the seasons have gone in opposite directions.
Current form
CSKA 1948, last 5: LWDWD Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to Septemvri Sofia, away. In their own stadium the record reads 2 won, 0 lost from 3. Goals for and against: 1.8 scored, 1.0 conceded per game.
Lokomotiv Plovdiv, last 5: LLLLW Their latest outing: 0–1 defeat to Arda Kardzhali, at home. Away from home the record reads 0 won, 3 lost from 3. Scoring is the worry: just 0.5 goals a game.
Momentum favours CSKA 1948, collecting 1.8 points per game to 0.5 for Lokomotiv Plovdiv.
Head to head
When they last met (5 Mar 2026) it ended Lokomotiv Plovdiv 0–5 CSKA 1948.
Where the goals come from
Betarazi's ratings give CSKA 1948 1.9 xG, Lokomotiv Plovdiv 0.6 xG – a total near 2.6. Neither a goal-fest nor a stalemate: over 2.5 is 48%, GG 51%.
Markets worth a look
1X2 according to our numbers – CSKA 1948 69%, draw 19%, Lokomotiv Plovdiv 12%.
GG/NG: GG (51%) at 2.00.
Our call before kick-off
Our pre-match call was Under 3.5 goals (74%, odds 1.28). Most likely score in line with that pick: CSKA 1948 1–0 Lokomotiv Plovdiv. Settled on the 90-minute result. Nothing in football is guaranteed – 18+, bet only what you can afford.
Result chances
CSKA 194869%fair 1.46 · @1.50
Draw19%fair 5.20 · @3.75
Lokomotiv Plovdiv12%fair 8.24 · @6.20
2.58Expected goals
1.93CSKA 1948 xG
0.64Lokomotiv Plovdiv xG
51%Both score
48%Over 2.5
Score grid: top six
1–015%
2–014%
1–19%
3–09%
2–19%
0–08%
From our goals model: CSKA 1948 1.9 – 0.6 Lokomotiv Plovdiv expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 74% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.28.
Who will win CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
On our numbers CSKA 1948 have a 69% chance of winning, the draw 19% and Lokomotiv Plovdiv 12%.
How many goals will there be in CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
We expect about 2.6 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 48% likely and both teams score 51% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
Our predicted score is CSKA 1948 1–0 Lokomotiv Plovdiv, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.6 goals in total.
When is CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
CSKA 1948 vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv (First League) kicks off on Friday 28 August 2026 at 19:15 (West Africa Time) at Bistritsa 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.
