CSKA Sofia and Korona Kielce meet once again in this friendly, with the latter holding recent psychological and tactical advantages following their previous victory. The match is likely to feature disciplined pressing from both sides, with contrasting possession and counter-attack strategies.
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These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
Under 2.5 goals seems likely given the defensive focus in previous clashes and friendly nature of the match.
Korona Kielce might take an early lead, and the full-time result is likely to favor them, or at least end in a draw, reflecting their recent supremacy.
Both teams have defensive vulnerabilities but also offensive threats, making a 'both to score' bet quite plausible.
Considering recent form, betting on a draw or a Korona Kielce win appears promising in the double chance market, as both teams show equal potential and the last encounter was a Korona victory.
The match on January 14, 2026, is expected to be competitive but Korona Kielce currently holds the edge after their recent victory over CSKA Sofia. The game may hinge on tactical discipline and set-piece effectiveness.
The last head-to-head on 20 January 2024 saw Korona Kielce beat CSKA Sofia 2-0, highlighting their recent dominance over the Bulgarian side.
There are no reported injuries for either club, ensuring both squads are available for the upcoming friendly.
Expected formations could be 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 for both teams, with Korona Kielce possibly adopting a more aggressive stance considering their recent victory.
Both teams enter this fixture with minimal recent competitive form, but head-to-head results favor Korona Kielce, making them slight favorites in this encounter.
See below all the main information for this match.
The most recent head-to-head match on 20 January 2024 at Miracle Resort Hotel Field 1 ended with Korona Kielce defeating CSKA Sofia 2-0. Historically, Korona Kielce has had the upper hand in recent encounters, which may influence the upcoming fixture.
The upcoming match on 14 January 2026 is a friendly fixture, and both teams are yet to play or suffer defeats in this season's friendlies. Given the historical performance, Korona Kielce appears slightly favored but the match remains unpredictable.
CSKA Sofia last played on 20 January 2024, losing 2-0 to Korona Kielce in a friendly, which may give Korona Kielce a psychological edge. The teams are set to meet again in early 2026, making it a clash to watch for tactical adjustments.