Bulgaria U21 host Portugal U21 on Friday, Sep 25 at 6:00 PM in a top-four clash that could have significant title implications. Both sides are separated by just 6 points in the Qualification – Group B, making this one of the more consequential fixtures of the season.

Bulgaria U21 come into this fixture in mixed form (2W 1D 2L). Portugal U21, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks.

Head-to-head records offer little separation — Bulgaria U21 and Portugal U21 have split their 3 meetings almost evenly (1W–0D–2W). Their last encounter ended in Bulgaria U21 won 0–3.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Bulgaria U21 a slight edge, but Portugal U21 are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.