Ludogorets

Ludogorets enter this matchup in commanding league form, holding second place after five wins and two draws from seven fixtures while remaining undefeated. In contrast, Lokomotiv Sofia occupy 13th place and have yet to win a match this season, collecting three draws and three defeats from six games, including losses in both home matches with an average of 2.5 goals conceded per home game. Head-to-head history provides overwhelming backing, with Ludogorets winning eight of the previous ten meetings between the two clubs, including a 3-1 away victory in their most recent encounter.

Ludogorets meet the high bar for a straight away win selection due to an overwhelming statistical advantage across multiple indicators. The visitors sit top of the First League with five wins from six games and an average of 2.5 goals scored per away fixture. In contrast, Spartak Varna have lost three consecutive league matches, conceding 10 goals in that span. Furthermore, historical head-to-head records strongly favor Ludogorets, who have won seven of the last eight meetings between the sides, including all four played at Spartak Varna.