NEC Nijmegen welcome Levski Sofia to the UEFA Europa League on October 15, 2026, in a fixture that pits contrasting domestic performances against each other. The Dutch hosts arrive with a strong Eredivisie record of 15 wins, 11 draws, and 7 losses, having scored an impressive 75 goals. Their recent form, however, is a mixed bag, with just one win in their last five outings. Levski Sofia, by comparison, have a more modest domestic record of two wins, two draws, and one loss, with only six goals scored but a respectable four conceded. Their recent Europa League form mirrors their league consistency, also with two wins, two draws, and one loss in their last five.
The bookmakers favor NEC at 1.92, reflecting their superior goal-scoring ability and overall league position, despite their recent dip. Levski's resilience, however, makes the draw (3.835) and an away win (4.06) tempting propositions, especially given the curious 50% draw and away win probability. With NEC's attacking prowess and Levski's tighter defence, the Over 2.5 goals market at 1.81 suggests an open game. Watch for NEC's ability to convert chances against a potentially stubborn Levski backline.
1. G. Crettaz, 73. G. Bras, 4. P. Schuurs, 24. D. Fonville, 21. T. Storm, 6. D. Nejasmic, 20. N. Lebreton, 34. K. Kers, 9. T. Chery, 10. D. Tadic, 30. B. Linssen
1. O. Vladimirov, 71. O. Kamdem, 18. G. Trdin, 4. C. Makoun, 3. Maicon, 8. M. Grujic, 19. M. Moubarik, 35. Serginho, 7. Reinaldo, 12. M. Sangare, 17. Everton Bala
Match events
17' Var Goal cancelled — Francisco Everton Mota de Castro (Levski Sofia)
24' Card Yellow Card — Noe Lebreton (NEC Nijmegen)
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