Overview
- Pre-match reports differ on venue and kickoff: RPP lists Struncovy Sady Stadion with a 14:00 local kickoff while Bolavip names the Doosan Arena and gives regional start times.
- Both teams arrive needing three points to climb the group table, with Plzen described as low on morale after a recent loss and Levski seeking momentum after a draw.
- Viktoria Plzen were reported to have lost 2-1 to Ferencváros in their last Europa League outing while Levski Sofia drew 1-1 with NEC in the previous round.
- Spanish referee Alejandro Hernández Hernández is named by coverage as the match official for the Matchday 3 fixture.
- Bolavip published probable lineups for both sides and noted the fixture affects each club's short-term schedule and morale, with a win likely to change group dynamics and boost the victorious team's confidence.