Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia: Head-to-head Stats Before Match

Universitatea Craiova and Levski Sofia meet at Stadionul Ion Oblemenco in Craiova on 29 July 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 17:30 UTC in the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round. This second-leg tie comes in the early stages of the 2026 campaign but already carries major significance, with progression to the next qualifying phase and vital European revenue on the line. For supporters and analysts alike, Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia stats offer an important lens on how finely balanced this clash could be.

The first leg in Sofia has already set the competitive tone, and the return in Romania will decide which club keeps its Champions League path alive. With Universitatea Craiova looking to overturn a deficit at home and Levski Sofia aiming to protect and potentially extend their advantage, the stakes are clear: one side moves closer to the group stage dream, the other sees its European journey cut short.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a very new and narrow head-to-head series between Universitatea Craiova and Levski Sofia, shaped entirely by their first-leg encounter in this qualifying round.

• Previous meetings: 1
• Universitatea Craiova wins: 0
• Draws: 0
• Levski Sofia wins: 1

Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia Timeline & Historical Context

The Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia timeline currently consists of a single competitive meeting, but even that one match provides useful context for the return leg. On 22 July 2026, the sides faced off at Georgi Asparuhov Stadium in Sofia in the UEFA Champions League 2nd Qualifying Round. Levski Sofia, playing at home, secured a 1-0 victory over Universitatea Craiova, taking a slender but valuable lead into the second leg.

In that first-leg fixture on 22 July 2026, Levski Sofia led 1-0 at half-time and ultimately closed out the match by the same scoreline (half-time: 1-0, full-time: 1-0). The result underlined Levski’s defensive solidity in front of their own fans and left Universitatea Craiova needing a response back in Craiova. With such a tight margin, the historical narrative is one of fine details and small moments, rather than dominance by either club.

Given the limited depth of the rivalry so far, the focus for this Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia timeline is on how that initial 1-0 result shapes the tactical and psychological backdrop of the second leg. Universitatea Craiova must find a way to break down a side that has yet to concede more than one goal in a Champions League match this season, while Levski Sofia know that even a score draw in Craiova would be enough to see them progress.

Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The overall head-to-head picture is small in sample size but still offers clear numerical pointers ahead of the decisive match in Craiova.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Universitatea Craiova 0 - 1 Levski Sofia
• Average Goals per Match: Universitatea Craiova 0.00 vs Levski Sofia 1.00

Venue Split Performance:

• At Georgi Asparuhov Stadium (Levski Sofia home): 1 match played here — Levski Sofia won 1 (as home side), Universitatea Craiova won 0 (as away side), 0 draws
• At Stadionul Ion Oblemenco (Universitatea Craiova home): 0 matches played here — Levski Sofia won 0 (as away side), Universitatea Craiova won 0 (as home side), 0 draws

Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 22 July 2026: Levski Sofia 1-0 Universitatea Craiova (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Champions League, 2nd Qualifying Round

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Universitatea Craiova Matches Results and Stats

Universitatea Craiova’s Champions League campaign to date suggests a team that can both score and control games, particularly at home. Across their season to date in this competition, they have played 3 matches, winning 2 and losing 1, with a positive goal difference and a tendency to keep things tight defensively on their own ground. Their form line of WWL highlights strong early momentum, disrupted only by the narrow 1-0 defeat to Levski Sofia.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 0, Lose 1 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)

Last 5 Levski Sofia Matches Results and Stats

Levski Sofia approach the second leg with an unbeaten Champions League record this season and a profile built on defensive control. In their 3 matches so far, they have recorded 2 wins and 1 draw, scoring 6 goals and conceding only 1. Their form line of DWW reflects a steady upward trajectory, with two home clean sheets and a solid away performance where they still managed to score despite conceding once.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 2, Draw 1, Lose 0 (season to date in UEFA Champions League)

Historical Statistical Verdict

From a historical perspective, the Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia stats point to a finely balanced but defensively oriented tie. The head-to-head record is minimal, with Levski Sofia holding a 1-0 advantage from their home leg, and the overall goals profile showing just a single goal across their direct meetings. Season-to-date Champions League numbers underline Universitatea Craiova’s capacity to score, especially away, but also highlight Levski Sofia’s impressive defensive record and efficiency in front of goal. Taken together, the trends suggest a second leg where Universitatea Craiova must increase their attacking output without exposing themselves, while Levski Sofia can lean on a strong defensive platform and a one-goal cushion. The statistical edge, based on both the lone head-to-head result and broader European form, leans slightly toward Levski Sofia, but the home advantage in Craiova keeps this qualifier very much alive.

Universitatea Craiova vs Levski Sofia H2H Statistics updated on 23 July 2026.