CSKA Sofia host AS Monaco in UEFA Conference League opener

competition and match details

The UEFA Conference League league phase continues on Thursday, 15 October 2026, with CSKA Sofia taking on AS Monaco. Kick-off is set for 16:45 UTC at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in Sofia. This match marks the opening league phase fixture for both sides in the competition’s 2026-27 season.

standings and stakes

Currently, both teams have yet to play a match in this phase, meaning the standings all start fresh. CSKA Sofia are positioned 7th, placing them within the promotion places zone. Conversely, AS Monaco sit 25th, a spot associated with relegation places. With zero points on the board, this encounter offers both clubs the chance to start their European campaign on a positive note and improve their standing significantly.

recent form of the teams

CSKA Sofia have struggled in their last five matches, managing only one win, one draw, and suffering three losses. Their recent form includes a 0-0 home draw against FK Qarabag on 30 July, a 3-0 away win at Maccabi Tel-Aviv on 6 August, followed by successive defeats: 1-3 at home to Maccabi Tel-Aviv, 0-3 away at OFI Crete, and 0-2 at home against OFI Crete. They have scored four goals while conceding eight across this period, averaging 0.8 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per game.

In contrast, AS Monaco have been in solid form, unbeaten across five outings with three wins and two draws. Their recent results include a 2-1 home victory over Paris Saint-Germain on 4 September, a 1-1 away draw at Strasbourg on 12 September, a 2-1 home win against Lens on 18 September, a 2-0 home victory over Pisa on 3 October, and a 2-2 home draw with Toulouse on 10 October. They have netted nine goals and conceded five, averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1 goal conceded per match. Monaco’s form looks strong heading into this tie.

head-to-head and expectations

This fixture marks a fresh meeting in the UEFA Conference League league phase, with no previous matches recorded between CSKA Sofia and AS Monaco in this competition stage. Given Monaco’s unbeaten recent form and their greater goal-scoring output, they may be seen as favourites to take points. However, playing at home, CSKA Sofia will look to capitalise on the home advantage and their position in the promotion zone to challenge the visitors. The game promises a competitive edge as both sides seek their first points of the campaign.

where to watch

Fans in the United States can catch the match live on Paramount+. The broadcast will offer full coverage of the 90-minute encounter starting at 16:45 UTC.

Where the teams stand

Recent form