Bulgaria U21 vs Portugal U21: Summary, Lineups, Stats

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25 Sep,17:30
2 - 1
Full Time
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Bulgaria U21 vs Portugal U21 Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score

1st Half0 - 0
26
1
was cautioned
45+1
T. Marinov
was cautioned
2nd Half2 - 1
50
scored for Portugal U21
87
T. Pavlov
scored for Bulgaria U21
90+1
scored for Bulgaria U21
90+7
1
was cautioned

Bulgaria U-21 welcome Portugal U-21 to - on 25 September 2026, with kickoff scheduled for . The fixture forms part of the ongoing Europe European Championship U-21, Qualifying round, Group stage schedule and brings together two sides looking to deliver a strong performance.

Bulgaria U-21 often look to dominate matches through attacking play.

Portugal U-21 aim for structural stability in their setup.

Recent Form

Bulgaria U-21

W D W L W

Portugal U-21

L W W D W

Bulgaria U-21 come into this match full of confidence after an outstanding run of results. Confidence should be high going into the next match.

Although both have recorded similar outcomes, Portugal U-21 continue to perform well, maintaining a reliable level of consistency. The team should continue to build on their recent results.

Recent Form Home/Away

Bulgaria U-21 (Home)

W D W W

Portugal U-21 (Away)

L W D W W
There is little difference in Bulgaria U-21's performance across venues.

Portugal U-21's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)

Bulgaria U-21

- + + - -

Portugal U-21

- + + + +

Bulgaria U-21's defensive record has been inconsistent, with clean sheets hard to come by. There is room for improvement in their defensive setup.

In contrast, Portugal U-21 boast one of the strongest recent defensive records. Their defensive structure looks well organised.

Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away

Bulgaria U-21 (Home)

- + - +

Portugal U-21 (Away)

- + + + +
There is little difference in Bulgaria U-21's clean sheet rate regardless of venue.

Portugal U-21's defensive record is consistent both home and away.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5)

Bulgaria U-21

+ - - - +

Portugal U-21

+ + + - +

Bulgaria U-21 show no clear trend in the goal count of their recent fixtures. Much depends on the opponent.

In contrast, Portugal U-21's matches have been highly entertaining, with goals flowing freely. Fans have been treated to plenty of action.

Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away

Bulgaria U-21 (Home)

+ - + +

Portugal U-21 (Away)

+ + - + -
Bulgaria U-21's fixtures are far more entertaining at home than away.

Portugal U-21's goal trends remain fairly stable regardless of location.

Scoring Consistency

Bulgaria U-21

+ - + - +

Portugal U-21

+ + + - +

Bulgaria U-21 continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. Their attacking play remains a key strength.

However, Portugal U-21 have been highly reliable in attack, finding the net in almost every recent match. Their forward line looks sharp and confident.

Scoring Consistency Home/Away

Bulgaria U-21 (Home)

+ - + +

Portugal U-21 (Away)

+ + - + +
Bulgaria U-21's scoring form shows only minor variation between home and away.

There is little difference in Portugal U-21's scoring output across venues.

Bulgaria U21 vs Portugal U21 Live Match StatsLive Match Stats

34
Ball Posession (%)
66
7
Shots
19
3
Shots on Goal
6
2
Shots Blocked
7
5
Fouls
8
3
Corner Kicks
11
16
Throw Ins
13
13
Free Kicks
13
0
Offsides
0

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