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CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before July 30 Match

CSKA Sofia host Qarabag at National Stadium Vasil Levski in Sofia on 30 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 18:00 UTC in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round. This return leg comes in a finely balanced tie after the first meeting in Baku ended goalless, adding extra weight to every detail in the CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag stats ahead of this decisive clash.

With a place in the next qualifying round on the line, both sides arrive in strong continental form this season. CSKA Sofia have been productive in front of goal but less secure defensively, while Qarabag have combined efficiency in attack with outstanding defensive numbers. In this context, the CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag stats underline a matchup between a more open Bulgarian side and a compact Azerbaijani team that has yet to concede in this Europa League campaign.

Head-to-head record

The overall head-to-head record between CSKA Sofia and Qarabag is limited but clearly tilted towards the Azerbaijani side so far.

  • Previous meetings: 4
  • CSKA Sofia wins: 0
  • Draws: 1
  • Qarabag wins: 3

CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag Timeline & Historical Context

The CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag timeline begins in friendly competition and has gradually moved into higher-stakes fixtures. Their earliest recorded meeting in the data came on 7 July 2021 in Club Friendlies 3 at Kunstrasenplatz TSV Fulpmes, where CSKA Sofia hosted Qarabag. That match finished CSKA Sofia 0-1 Qarabag, setting an early pattern of narrow Qarabag victories in this pairing.

The sides met again on 4 July 2023 in Club Friendlies 5, with CSKA Sofia once more designated as the home team. Qarabag again edged the contest by the same scoreline, CSKA Sofia 0-1 Qarabag, after leading 1-0 at half-time. These back-to-back friendly results underlined Qarabag’s ability to manage tight games away from home against the Bulgarian club.

A scheduled Club Friendlies match on 27 June 2026 with CSKA Sofia at home and Qarabag away was cancelled and not played, so it does not contribute to the competitive CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag stats. The rivalry then shifted into official European competition on 23 July 2026 in the UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round at Azərsun Arena in Baku. That first leg finished Qarabag 0-0 CSKA Sofia (half-time 0-0), marking the first draw between the clubs and the first time CSKA Sofia avoided defeat against Qarabag in recorded meetings.

CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers highlight Qarabag’s edge in results and goals, with CSKA Sofia still searching for their first win in this fixture.

Overall Record & Goals:

  • Total Goals Scored: CSKA Sofia 0 - 3 Qarabag
  • Average Goals per Match: CSKA Sofia 0.00 vs Qarabag 0.75

Venue Split Performance:

  • At CSKA Sofia's stadium: 2 matches played here — CSKA Sofia won 0 (as home side), Qarabag won 2 (as away side), 0 draws
  • At Qarabag's stadium: 1 match played here — Qarabag won 0 (as home side), CSKA Sofia won 0 (as away side), 1 draw

CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag last results in recent competitive and friendly fixtures:

  • 23 July 2026: Qarabag 0-0 CSKA Sofia (Half-time: 0-0) – UEFA Europa League 2nd Qualifying Round
  • 27 June 2026: CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag – Friendlies Clubs, Club Friendlies (Match Cancelled, match will not be played)
  • 4 July 2023: CSKA Sofia 0-1 Qarabag (Half-time: 0-1) – Friendlies Clubs, Club Friendlies 5
  • 7 July 2021: CSKA Sofia 0-1 Qarabag (Half-time: not specified) – Friendlies Clubs, Club Friendlies 3

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 CSKA Sofia Matches Results and Stats

For CSKA Sofia, the available Europa League numbers are based on their season to date in the 2026 campaign. They have played 3 matches in the competition, winning 2 and drawing 1, with no defeats. Offensively, CSKA Sofia have scored 5 goals (3 at home and 2 away), while conceding 3, which points to a relatively open style: they average 1.7 goals scored and 1.0 conceded per game. Their biggest home result has been a 3-2 win, and away they have recorded a 1-2 victory. However, they have only kept 1 clean sheet and have failed to score once, indicating some inconsistency in both boxes.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (Europa League season to date)

Last 5 Qarabag Matches Results and Stats

Qarabag’s Europa League season to date also shows a strong platform. They have played 3 matches, with 2 wins and 1 draw and no losses. The standout feature is their defensive record: 0 goals conceded across all 3 fixtures, with 3 clean sheets. In attack, Qarabag have scored 6 goals (3 at home and 3 away), averaging 2.0 goals per game. Their biggest home win has been 3-0, while away they have produced a 0-3 victory. Despite this attacking output, they have failed to score once, but overall the balance of solid defence and efficient attack gives them a very robust statistical profile.

  • Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (Europa League season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Across the available CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag stats, history and current form both lean slightly towards the Azerbaijani side. Qarabag lead the head-to-head with 3 wins and 1 draw, a 3-0 aggregate goal advantage, and a perfect away record against CSKA Sofia so far. The venue split shows that CSKA Sofia have yet to take a point or score a goal at home in this fixture, while the first-leg draw in Baku demonstrated Qarabag’s continued defensive resilience. In the 2026 Europa League campaign, both teams are unbeaten, but Qarabag combine a stronger defensive record with higher scoring averages. CSKA Sofia’s home advantage and attacking output keep this tie competitive, yet the historical and statistical trends marginally favour Qarabag heading into the second leg.

CSKA Sofia vs Qarabag H2H Statistics updated on 25 July 2026.

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