CSKA Sofia vs Botev Vratsa

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Cup · Season 2017

Stadion Bâlgarska Armija (Sofia)24 October 2017 at 16:00

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CSKA Sofia

Botev Vratsa

Kick Off

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8′

A. Dimitrov

Half Time

▲ M. Angelov▼ Fernando Karanga

46′

▲ G. Culma▼ K. Mercado

46′

62′

▲ A. Kabov▼ Y. Smirnov

Fernando Karanga

69′

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79′

▲ I. Karapetrov▼ B. Borisov

K. Despodov

81′

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▲ R. Loé▼ N. Bodurov

84′

K. Koubemba

84′

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88′

▲ E. Stoev▼ I. Toshev

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Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is —, compared to 6.20 for Botev Vratsa. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. CSKA Sofia's highest-rated starter is —, while Botev Vratsa's best-rated player is S. Georgiev (6.20).

Midfield Control

CSKA Sofia field 11 midfielders averaging —, versus Botev Vratsa's 11 rated 6.20. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages —% for CSKA Sofia and 63% for Botev Vratsa. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Age & Experience

The average age of CSKA Sofia's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Botev Vratsa average 33.0 (youngest: S. Georgiev (33), oldest: S. Georgiev (33)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

CSKA Sofia's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 1 for Botev Vratsa. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthBotev Vratsa

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Avg Rating

6.20

—Midfielder (11 v 11)6.20

0G 0A0G 0A

CSKA Sofia

0MidfielderG. Kitanov—

0MidfielderA. Barthe—

0MidfielderA. Nedyalkov—

0MidfielderB. Chorbadzhiyski—

0MidfielderS. Atanasov—

0MidfielderRuben Pinto—

0MidfielderR. Loé—

0MidfielderG. Culma—

0MidfielderM. Angelov—

0MidfielderK. Koubemba—

0MidfielderK. Despodov—

Botev Vratsa

0MidfielderH. Mitov—

0MidfielderK. Grigorov—

0MidfielderP. Alyoshev—

0MidfielderI. Harizanov—

0MidfielderD. Gadzhev—

0MidfielderS. Georgiev6.2

0MidfielderI. Karapetrov—

0MidfielderA. Dimitrov—

0MidfielderE. Stoev—

0MidfielderI. Mihaylov—

0MidfielderA. Kabov—

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Botev Vratsa 3:1. The match was played in Cup 2017. Goals were scored by A. Dimitrov 8′, Fernando Karanga 69′, K. Despodov 81′, K. Koubemba 84′. CSKA Sofia made 3 substitutions, Botev Vratsa made 3.

Rivalry since 2018