1st League Standings & Stats

The 1st League 25/26 season in Slovenia has drawn to a close, with all 11 teams completing their 34-match campaigns. The league, officially known as the Prva Liga, delivered 170 fixtures filled with goals and drama. Celje emerged as the undisputed champions, securing the title with a comfortable margin. This page provides a comprehensive overview of the final table, key statistics, and insights into title probabilities and match predictions for the Slovenian top flight.

1st League Table

Celje topped the 1st League standings with 74 points, amassed from 23 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses. Their offensive firepower was evident, scoring 85 goals while conceding just 32, resulting in a +53 goal difference. Koper finished second, 7 points adrift, with 20 wins, 7 draws, and 7 losses (71 goals for, 43 against). NK Bravo secured third place with 62 points, recording 19 victories and a goal difference of +11. The top three teams are likely to earn spots in European competitions next season.

Olimpija Ljubljana, the league's most decorated club historically, ended in fourth place with 55 points (16 wins, 7 draws, 11 losses). NK Maribor followed closely in fifth with 53 points, while NK Radomlje took sixth with 45 points. Aluminij rounded out the top seven with 36 points, having won 10 matches. The full 11-team table includes additional clubs, but the provided standings highlight the top half of the league. The bottom of the table would have featured four more teams battling to avoid relegation, though those details are not available in this dataset.

Favorites & Title Chances

From the early stages of the season, Celje established themselves as the team to beat. Their consistency and strong squad depth made them the clear favorites. By the midpoint of the campaign, they had built a substantial lead, and our probability models continually adjusted their title chances upward. With a 7-point gap over Koper and only a handful of matchdays remaining, the probability of Celje winning the championship reached 100%. Koper's chances, once as high as 30%, dropped to 0% as the gap widened. NK Bravo also saw their slim hopes evaporate to 0%. Celje's 23 wins translated to a 68% win rate, and their defensive record (0.94 goals conceded per game) was the best in the league.

Season Stats

The 1st League 25/26 season averaged 3.04 goals per match across the 170 games. Celje's attack was the most prolific, netting 85 times, while Koper managed 71. Defensively, Celje allowed only 32 goals, making them the toughest side to break down. Olimpija Ljubljana, the most successful club in Slovenian football history, finished fourth, and they were the defending champions coming into the season. The league's competitive nature is reflected in the fact that the top three teams all won at least 19 games, but the gap between first and fourth was 19 points.

1st League Match Predictions

Making accurate match predictions in the 1st League requires a deep analysis of team form, head-to-head statistics, player availability, and betting odds. Our prediction engine calculates the probability of each outcome (home win, draw, away win) and compares it with the market odds to identify value bets. Although the 25/26 season has concluded, these models are continuously updated for the upcoming 26/27 season. By visiting our platform, fans can access detailed predictions for every matchday, along with recommended odds and betting tips. Stay informed and make smarter bets with our data-driven forecasts.