Slavia Sofia vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv: match statistics
Slavia Sofia is displaying significantly better home form with a 50% win rate and an impressive +6 goal difference at their stadium. The hosts have won 3 of their last 5 matches, scoring 9 goals in that period, which indicates good offensive momentum. Lokomotiv Plovdiv has poor away form, with only 11% wins and a -4 goal difference, along with a high draw rate (67%). The average xG for both teams (1.53 vs 1.38) and Slavia's advantage in shooting accuracy (12% vs 10%) further bolster the case for the hosts. Lokomotiv's high percentage of away draws makes a draw a realistic outcome as well; however, Slavia Sofia's home advantage positions them as the favorite in this encounter.
Slavia Sofia vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Slavia Sofia played against Lokomotiv Plovdiv in First League (Bulgaria). The game was played on February 8, 2026. Final score: 0:2.
Recent form
Slavia Sofia has 4 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses over its last five games, averaging 2.60 points per game. Lokomotiv Plovdiv has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Slavia Sofia scores 1.21 goals per game and allows 1.11. Lokomotiv Plovdiv scores 1.05 and allows 1.16. Games in this league average 2.41 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 53% of Slavia Sofia's games and 47% of Lokomotiv Plovdiv's. The Over 2.5 rates are 42% and 42%, compared with league averages of 48% for BTTS and 47% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Slavia Sofia has the higher season xG average, 1.48 to 1.29 per game. Slavia Sofia takes 12.1 shots per game, while Lokomotiv Plovdiv takes 9.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Slavia Sofia leads at halftime in 32% of its games and scores 0.58 goals per game after halftime. Lokomotiv Plovdiv leads at halftime in 47% and scores 0.42 after halftime.
When the teams score
Slavia Sofia's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (6 goals). For Lokomotiv Plovdiv, it is minutes 76-90+ (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
First League games average 2.41 goals. Both teams score in 48% of games, and 47% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 3.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Slavia Sofia is displaying significantly better home form with a 50% win rate and an impressive +6 goal difference at their stadium. The hosts have won 3 of their last 5 matches, scoring 9 goals in that period, which indicates good offensive momentum. Lokomotiv Plovdiv has poor away form, with only 11% wins and a -4 goal difference, along with a high draw rate (67%). The average xG for both teams (1.53 vs 1.38) and Slavia's advantage in shooting accuracy (12% vs 10%) further bolster the case for the hosts. Lokomotiv's high percentage of away draws makes a draw a realistic outcome as well; however, Slavia Sofia's home advantage positions them as the favorite in this encounter.
View the statistical overviewStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Slavia Sofia | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.29 | 0.28 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Slavia Sofia is 160% better for: last-5 form.
2.6 pts / game - Slavia Sofia · 1 pts / game - Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Slavia Sofia is 15% better for: goals scored per game.
1.21 goals / game - Slavia Sofia · 1.05 goals / game - Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Slavia Sofia is 5% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.11 goals / game - Slavia Sofia · 1.16 goals / game - Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Slavia Sofia scores in 79% of games (15 of 19 meczów), while Lokomotiv Plovdiv keeps a clean sheet in 37% (7 of 19 meczów).
Lokomotiv Plovdiv scores in 74% of games (14 of 19 meczów), while Slavia Sofia keeps a clean sheet in 37% (7 of 19 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Slavia Sofia
Over / Under - Lokomotiv Plovdiv
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Lokomotiv Plovdiv is 23% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.42 pts / game - Slavia Sofia · 1.74 pts / game - Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Slavia Sofia - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 32% of games and wins 37%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Lokomotiv Plovdiv - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 47% of games and wins 37%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 2.20 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 40% |
| Goal difference | +4 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 80% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -1 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 16-30 (6 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (7 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +2 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Slavia Sofia
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (First League).
Teams vs league
| Slavia Sofia | Liga | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | • 2.32 | 2.41 | ▼ 2.21 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 53% | 48% | • 47% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 42% | 47% | ▼ 42% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 37% | 33% | ▲ 37% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 63% | 69% | ▲ 74% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 79% | 70% | ▼ 53% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Slavia Sofia's perspective: 0 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss against Lokomotiv Plovdiv. Games average 3.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Slavia Sofia vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
The First League match finished Slavia Sofia 0:2 Lokomotiv Plovdiv. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Slavia Sofia vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
Slavia Sofia score 1.21 goals per game on average and Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1.05. The First League average is 2.41 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 47% of games. Both teams score in 53% of Slavia Sofia's matches and 47% of Lokomotiv Plovdiv's.
What form are Slavia Sofia and Lokomotiv Plovdiv in?
Over the last 5 games Slavia Sofia have a 4-1-0 record (2.60 points per game) and Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Slavia Sofia vs Lokomotiv Plovdiv?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.