Champions League

AEK Athens

26 Aug 2026 20:00

Levski Sofia

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AEK Athens to win 1.55

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AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia Predictions, Picks & Odds – 26/08/2026

Champions League · Play-offs

Our prediction

1X: Double Chance AEK Athens or Draw

1.55 on Betano · Confidence Medium

Odds recorded on 25 Aug 2026 at 02:50 · Odds are subject to change

AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia Preview

AEK Athens head into this second leg at the OPAP Arena brimming with confidence after demolishing Iraklis 1908 4-0 in their Greek Super League opener. Luka Jovic bagged a brace in that rout, with Zini and Barnabas Varga also finding the net. Manager Marko Nikolic is unlikely to tinker much with a side that looked sharp and clinical. AEK have won eight of their last eleven home matches, and the OPAP Arena crowd will be a factor.

Levski Sofia arrive in Athens unbeaten in fifteen consecutive matches across all competitions, a run that underlines their resilience under Julio Velazquez. The Bulgarian champions hammered Spartak Varna 6-0 at the weekend, with Armstrong Oko-Flex grabbing two goals. However, Velazquez will be without several key players through injury for this crucial tie. Levski defended stoutly in the goalless first leg but offered little going forward, and AEK struck the crossbar through Jovic.

The 1X double chance pick looks well-grounded here. AEK Athens have won eight of their last eleven home matches, and the first leg showed they were the more dangerous side, with Luka Jovic striking the crossbar. Levski Sofia must now chase the game on hostile territory, which plays directly into AEK's hands at the OPAP Arena.

Levski arrive in Athens on a fifteen-match unbeaten run, but their manager Julio Velazquez is dealing with several injury absences for key personnel. AEK's attacking firepower was evident in that 4-0 league rout, where Jovic, Zini, and Barnabas Varga all found the net. The home side's sharpness in the final third should prove decisive against a depleted visiting squad.

Backing AEK Athens to win or draw covers the most likely outcomes in a tie they control. The home win price at 1.55 reflects their clear superiority, while 4.00 provides additional cover should Levski's defensive resilience hold firm again. Over 2.5 goals at N/A also merits consideration given AEK's recent scoring exploits. Odds correct at time of publication.

Trends to Know about AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia

• AEK won 8 of 11 home games
• Levski missing several key players through injury
• Jovic hit crossbar in goalless first leg

A 4-4-2 against a 4-2-3-1 sets up an intriguing midfield battle in this Champions League play-off second leg. Lovro Majer and Razvan Marin will look to control the tempo for AEK Athens, while Levski's double pivot of Moubarik and Maicon must absorb pressure and protect a potentially vulnerable backline.

For AEK, Luka Jovic leads the attacking line in a system built to stretch Levski's defensive shape with width and direct runs. Levski, compact and counter-minded, will rely on the pace of Oko-Flex and Everton Bala to threaten on the break and keep this tie alive.

How to Watch AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia Match?

What time is AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia?

AEK Athens welcome Levski Sofia to the OPAP Arena on Wednesday, 26 August 2026, with kickoff at 20:00 local time.

Where is AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia being played?

This match takes place at the OPAP Arena in Athens, Greece.

How Can I Watch AEK Athens vs Levski Sofia on TV and Live Stream?

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