Levski Sofia welcome Kairat Almaty to the UEFA Champions League on August 4, 2026, with the Bulgarian side looking to capitalize on their strong start to the season. Levski have enjoyed a solid run, winning two, drawing two, and losing just one of their last five outings, scoring six goals and conceding four in the process. Their 40% win rate reflects a confident squad playing at home, where they are heavy favourites at 1.678.
Kairat Almaty, meanwhile, arrive with a more cautious record from their limited Champions League fixtures, securing one win, one draw, and one loss in three matches. Their attacking output has been modest, with only one goal scored against two conceded, indicating a potentially defensive approach. With a 33% win rate, they face a significant challenge on the road. The odds for an Under 2.5 goals at 1.8 suggest a tight affair, despite Levski's recent scoring form. Watch for Levski to dominate possession and seek early breakthroughs, while Kairat will likely aim to frustrate and hit on the counter, making set pieces and individual brilliance key to their hopes.
1. T. Anarbekov, 24. A. Mrynskiy, 14. A. Martynovich, 44. Lucas Africo, 3. L. Mata, 4. D. Kasabulat, 22. G. Mendonsa, 19. O. Jukkola, 13. J. Oksanen, 5. L. Kurgin, 28. M. Gual
Match events
46' subst Substitution 1 — N. Serafimov (Levski Sofia) (assists: M. Soula)
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