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Derry City 1:2 CSKA Sofia — Match Report

Gary RedknappGary RedknappFootball AnalystMATCH REPORT
CSKA Sofia came from behind to beat Derry City 2-1 in their UEFA Europa League qualifier. Derry City took the lead early in the second half, but the visitors struck twice to turn the tie around.
Ellis Chapman put Derry City ahead in the 47th minute, finishing from Brandon Fleming's cross. Ioannis Pittas equalised for CSKA Sofia in the 74th minute, and Barry Cotter scored the winner in the 90th minute.
There were five yellow cards across the match, with bookings for Ángelo Martino, Teodor Ivanov, Christy Grogan, Facundo Rodríguez, and Stefano Sensi. Derry City could not hold on to their advantage, and CSKA Sofia's late winner gives them the upper hand.
Questions & Answers

Who will win, Derry City vs CSKA Sofia?

CheckLive's model makes CSKA Sofia the favourite, with a 67% win probability.

What is the predicted score?

CheckLive's model projects Derry City 2:4 CSKA Sofia.

When is Derry City vs CSKA Sofia?

Kick-off Thursday 16 July at 18:30 UK time, in the UEFA Europa League, Qualification Round 1.

Head to Head meetings Derry City - CSKA Sofia

  • Matches2
  • The biggest draw0
  • The most effective match2-3
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Derry City

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CSKA Sofia

  • 0

    Victories

  • 0

    Draws

  • 2

    Victories

Victories

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0

2

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Scored goals

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3

5

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Average per game

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1.5

2.5

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The biggest victory

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0

1-2

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Derry City

Derry City

CSKA Sofia

CSKA Sofia

Derry City - CSKA Sofia Best statistical picks

  • Recent form favours 2 to win

  • Goals over the last 10 matches favour Over 2.5

  • Both teams scored in 6 of the last 7 matches

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