Levski Sofia vs Braga Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 24 Jul 2025

Europa League qualifying Betting Preview: Levski Sofia vs Braga

Levski Sofia host Braga in the first leg of this Europa League qualifying tie at Georgi Asparuhov, with kick-off set for 01:30 on Friday 25 July. Our betting preview features expert predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats and team news.

Levski Look Value for This Clash

We can get the draw on our side when betting Levski Sofia +0.5 at Asian Handicap odds of 2.33. The home team should be able to avoid defeat against Braga and this bet has the stats to back up a positive outcome.

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Levski Landed Big Win in Last Game

Levski Sofia won their last game, beating Montana at home. They triumphed 5-0 at Georgi Asparuhov in the First League. Julio Velazquez's team managed eight shots on target and enjoyed 71% possession, with Marin Petkov grabbing two of the goals.

In the last Europa League qualifying round, Levski travelled to Hapoel Be'er-Sheva and won on penalties (1-1 AET).

Braga drew their previous game which was at home in the Primeira Liga. The action at Estadio Municipal de Braga ended 1-1 against Benfica. The Archbishops recorded 41% possession and totalled seven shots on goal, with Rodrigo Zalazar on the scoresheet.

Levski have 5 wins, 1 loss and 4 draws, averaging 1.7 goals from 5.5 shots on goal and 13.9 attempts. The Blue Avalanche have averaged 56.0% possession and 6.9 corners per match, conceding 0.6 goals and 2.6 corners from 2.0 shots on goal and 6.9 attempts.

Top goalscorers are Marin Petkov and Mustapha Sangare on 3 goals, while Radoslav Kirilov has bagged 1. The leading assistor is Marin Petkov with 3.

Braga have won 5, lost 1 and drawn 4, with an average of 4.5 shots on goal, 12.5 attempts and 1.5 goals. Carlos Vicens' side average 55.8% possession, 460.6 passes, 5.7 corners taken and 3.8 corners against them, while 0.8 goals have been conceded from 8.0 attempts and 3.1 shots on goal.

Ricardo Horta is the leading goalscorer with 4, Uros Racic has 3, with Rodrigo Zalazar and Ismael Gharbi getting 2. Ricardo Horta has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games, while Lukas Hornicek has 3 clean sheets to his name.

Confirmed Lineups

Levski Sofia confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Svetoslav Vutsov (GK), Aldair, Kristian Dimitrov, Christian Makoun, Maicon, Gasper Trdin, Georgi Kostadinov, Marin Petkov, Rildo, Radoslav Kirilov, Mustapha Sangare.

Braga confirmed lineup (4-3-3): Lukas Hornicek (GK), Gustaf Lagerbielke, Carvalho, Paulo Oliveira, Bright Arrey-Mbi, Joao Moutinho, Jean-Baptiste Gorby, Mario Dorgeles, Rodrigo Zalazar, Fran Navarro, Ricardo Horta.

Levski Sofia vs Braga Prediction & Betting Tips

Our Levski Sofia vs Braga preview includes expert betting advice on all fronts — from a match prediction and correct score guidance to corners advice, player prop selections and a bet builder tailored for value.

Match Prediction

Levski Sofia are a confident choice with a +0.5 goal start. The home team should be able to win or draw this Europa League qualifying game, with this Asian Handicap prediction looking like a value bet at 2.33.

We study the Europa League qualifying form as a first port of call and also make sure we’re across any injuries before making our football predictions. Then it’s a case of understanding the sort of narrative that the stats provide.

Key Levski Sofia vs Braga Europa League qualifying & league stats:

• The +0.5 line has been covered by Levski in 10 consecutive games.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Levski in 19 of their last 20 games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Braga in 4 consecutive games.

Levski +0.5 Probability

If you go by the best football betting sites, our pick has a 42.9% chance of delivering a return. However, our experts think that the probability is close to 50% taking all factors into consideration. It’s why we think it’s worth placing this bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Levski 1 - 1 Braga

When it comes to the correct score, we’re going to take a chance on a 1-1 outcome. We’ll go for the 6.75 that this happens and hopefully we’ll get a good run for our money.

Player Prop Picks

Corners Prediction

Braga Under 5.5 Corners

The past 5 Braga away matches have involved them having an average of 4.40 corners, with Levski Sofia conceding under 5.5 corners in their last ten games. If you agree with our verdict that the Braga Team Corners line is too big, go for odds of 1.98 that they go under.

Europa League & League Games

League Games

Last 10 Total For Against

Last 10 at Home Total For Against

Last 10 Away Total For Against

Levski

Total

9.30 6.50 2.80

Home

10.40 7.10 3.30

Away

9.00 6.70 2.30

Braga

Total

9.50 5.70 3.80

Home

10.60 7.70 2.90

Away

9.40 5.00 4.40

Latest Corner Odds

Total Corners

Levski Corners

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Levski Sofia vs Braga Odds

The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Braga Have the Shortest Odds to Win

The favourites are 65% likely to win according to the latest betting odds, with Braga being priced at 1.55 to come away with a victory in this Europa League qualifying encounter. At 5.50, Levski Sofia are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

If you fancy Braga to be leading at the interval, then you can secure odds of 2.15. Alternatively, there’s the chance to wager on Levski at 5.40 on the Half-Time Result, with the draw trading at 2.20.

When it comes to the Total Goals market, Under 2.5 is the shortest price for this exciting contest. Both Teams to Score betting is always popular and the No option on the BTTS market is available at 1.74.

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Ricardo Horta Favourite to Score the First Goal

Favourite Ricardo Horta is priced at 6.40 to be the first player on the scoresheet, while there’s also the chance to back him to score any time at odds of 3.45.

Latest Europa League qualifying and domestic league stats. Full Time Result, Goals, Corners and Possession.

Levski Sofia Stats

Braga Stats

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches

Full-Time Result

• 5 wins, 1 defeat and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
• 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches

Goals

• An average of 1.70 goals scored and 0.60 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.00 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
• An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 3.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
• BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches

Goals

• An average of 1.50 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 1.20 goals scored and 0.80 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
• An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
• An average of 2.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
• BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
• BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
• Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches

Corners

• An average of 6.90 corners awarded and 2.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 7.00 corners awarded and 3.80 corners against in the last 10 home matches
• An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 10.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
• Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 8 and least corners in 1 of the last 10 home matches

Corners

• An average of 5.70 corners awarded and 3.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 5.00 corners awarded and 4.40 corners against in the last 10 away matches
• An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
• An average of 9.40 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
• Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 2 of the last 10 matches
• Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches

Possession

• An average of 56.00% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 54.70% possession in the last 10 home matches
• Most possession in 9 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 7 of the last 10 home matches

Possession

• An average of 55.80% possession in the last 10 matches
• An average of 57.20% possession in the last 10 away matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 matches
• Most possession in 8 of the last 10 away matches

Levski Sofia vs Braga Lineups & Team News

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