Champions League Prediction (1.75 Odds): Univ. Craiova vs Levski Sofia – Can the Romanians Turn It Around?

Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia Prediction – Champions League Qualification Quarter-finals (July 29, 2026)

Levski Sofia travel to Romania holding a 1-0 advantage after Kristian Dimitrov’s early goal decided the first leg in Sofia. The Bulgarian champions defended well for long spells, while Craiova created several late chances but failed to score.

Match Preview ⚽

Universitatea Craiova know only victory keeps their Champions League hopes alive. Their home record in European qualifiers has been impressive, and the atmosphere at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco should give them extra energy.

Levski Sofia, meanwhile, have looked organized throughout qualifying, eliminating Borac comfortably before taking the first step against Craiova. Their tactical discipline and dangerous set pieces remain major weapons.

Head-to-Head

• Universitatea Craiova wins: 0
• Draws: 0
• Levski Sofia wins: 1
• Last meeting: Levski Sofia 1-0 Universitatea Craiova

Expected Lineups

Universitatea Craiova

Popescu; Mora, Rus, Screciu, Bancu; Cicâldău, Mekvabishvili, Crețu; Baiaram, Nsimba, Al Hamlawi.

Levski Sofia

Vutsov; Aldair, Dimitrov, Serafimov, Maicon; Bouras, Moubarik, Serginho; Bala, Oko-Flex, Reinaldo.

xG Analysis

• Universitatea Craiova xG: 1.55
• Levski Sofia xG: 0.95

The hosts should generate more opportunities thanks to their attacking approach, but Levski are likely to remain dangerous on quick transitions.

Key Tactical Battle 🔥

Craiova are expected to dominate possession from the opening whistle, forcing Levski deep into their own half. The visitors will likely defend compactly and rely on counter-attacks, while also looking to exploit corners and free kicks, which proved effective in the first leg.

Prediction

Universitatea Craiova should play with greater urgency and create enough chances to win the return leg. However, Levski have already shown they can frustrate stronger opponents and may do enough across the two matches to make qualification extremely difficult.

Best Bet: Universitatea Craiova to Win (approx. 1.75 odds) ⭐

Correct Score Prediction: Universitatea Craiova 2-1 Levski Sofia

The Romanian champions are slight favorites to win on the night, but the tie itself could remain balanced until the final minutes.