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On May 22, 2026, at Stadion Aleksandar Shalamanov in Sofia, Slavia Sofia hosts Montana in the First League's relegation group. The latest prediction favors a tight encounter leaning towards Slavia Sofia, potentially earning at least a draw, with low overall goals expected. This analysis covers recent form, head-to-head stats, and tactical tendencies to deliver the best bets and odds insights.
These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Last 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 |
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30 | 10 | 9 | 11 | 36 | 33 | 3 | 39 | D L W L D |
| 16 |
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30 | 3 | 8 | 19 | 15 | 45 | -30 | 17 | D L L L L |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36 | 11 | 10 | 15 |
| Home | 18 | 7 | 5 | 6 |
| Away | 18 | 4 | 5 | 9 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 28% | 39% | 33% |
| Home | 33% | 28% | 39% |
| Away | 22% | 50% | 28% |
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MP | W | D | L |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 36 | 4 | 11 | 21 |
| Home | 18 | 3 | 6 | 9 |
| Away | 18 | 1 | 5 | 12 |
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CS | BTTS | FTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 25% | 25% | 50% |
| Home | 33% | 22% | 44% |
| Away | 17% | 28% | 56% |
Slavia Sofia enters the match with a solid home form and recent wins, especially against Montana in previous encounters. Montana has shown resilience but struggles offensively away from home, averaging under 1 goal per game. The match at Stadion Aleksandar Shalamanov promises a tactical battle with both sides aware of standing implications.
Slavia Sofia’s squad features reliable goalkeepers I. Andonov and L. Ntumba, with recent injuries not affecting their main lineup. Montana relies on experienced defenders like C. Acheampong and energetic midfielders like P. Ejike. Both squads are relatively intact, with key players available.
If Slavia Sofia scores first, they are likely to control the game with a strong defensive setup, as seen in recent matches where they maintain leads effectively. If the match is level at halftime, it remains tightly contested based on their last head-to-heads. Late goals are less common in this fixture, suggesting a cautious second half. Montana’s recent struggles suggest they’re unlikely to overturn a deficit.
Both teams favor defensive setups, with Slavia Sofia often deploying a 4-2-3-1 and Montana switching between 3-4-3 and 5-3-2 formations. Expect a low-tempo game with focus on disciplined defending and set-pieces. The match could hinge on which side creates the first clear scoring chance, making counters and set pieces key betting angles.
See below all the main information for this match.
The most recent matches suggest Slavia Sofia has a slight edge at home and historically performs better against Montana.
Given the recent form and head-to-head results, betting on Slavia Sofia to win or draw offers good value.
Expect a low-scoring game with a possibility of a single goal deciding the match, considering the recent defensive displays.