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Ludogorets vs Cska Sofia

Ludogorets Arena, Razgrad19 August 2018 at 19:00
Referee: Nikolay Yordanov

Match Events

Ludogorets
CSKA Sofia
Kick Off
5′Kristiyan Malinov
Cosmin Moți40′
45′Tiago Rodrigues
Half Time
46′
Janio BikelE. Gyasi
67′Angel Lyaskov
Svetoslav Dyakov68′
70′
K. DespodovEvandro
Gustavo CampanharoJ. Góralski
72′
C. KeșerüJ. Lukoki
76′
77′
Tiago RodriguesS. Manolev
Marcelinho78′
Jody Lukoki90′
MarcelinhoG. Terziev
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal8
7Total Shots10
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
14Fouls15
4Corner Kicks2
0Offsides0
57%Ball Possession43%
4Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Ludogorets is 7.05, compared to — for CSKA Sofia. 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. Ludogorets's highest-rated starter is A. Nedyalkov (7.05), while CSKA Sofia's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Ludogorets deploy 4 defenders rated 7.05 on average, against CSKA Sofia's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Ludogorets field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus CSKA Sofia's 4 rated —. 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.

Forward Threat

Ludogorets start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for CSKA Sofia averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 85% for Ludogorets and —% for CSKA Sofia. 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.

Discipline

Ludogorets's starters have collected 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for CSKA Sofia. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Ludogorets's starting XI is 32.0 (youngest: A. Nedyalkov (32), oldest: A. Nedyalkov (32)), while CSKA Sofia average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Ludogorets's starters average 26 league appearances each, versus 0 for CSKA Sofia. 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.

Ludogorets4-2-3-14-2-3-1CSKA Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Broun30Moți4Cicinho3Nedyalk.18Dyakov10Campanh.88Wanders.6Pimienta28Keșerü84Marceli.93Misidjan30Černiau.5Bodurov15Malinov27Sekulić25Pereira6Pinto20Rodrigu.16Bikel14Lyaskov19Despodov9Maurides

Substitutes

Coach: Paulo Autuori

Substitutes

Coach: N. El Maestro

LudogoretsPosition StrengthCSKA Sofia
7.05
Avg Rating
7.05Defender (4 v 4)
0G 2A0G 0A
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Broun
30DefenderC. Moți
4DefenderCicinho
3DefenderA. Nedyalkov7.02A
6DefenderNatanael Pimienta
18MidfielderS. Dyakov
10MidfielderGustavo Campanharo
88MidfielderWanderson
84MidfielderMarcelinho
28ForwardC. Keșerü
93ForwardV. Misidjan
CSKA Sofia4-2-3-1
30GoalkeeperV. Černiauskas
5DefenderN. Bodurov
27DefenderB. Sekulić
25DefenderSteven Pereira
14DefenderA. Lyaskov
15MidfielderK. Malinov
6MidfielderRuben Pinto
20MidfielderTiago Rodrigues
16MidfielderJanio Bikel
19ForwardK. Despodov
9ForwardMaurides

Match Summary

Ludogorets defeated CSKA Sofia 1:0. The match was played in First League 2018. Goals were scored by Wanderson 21′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Ludogorets had 57% possession while CSKA Sofia held 43%. Ludogorets had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 10 (2 on target) for CSKA Sofia. Ludogorets made 3 substitutions, CSKA Sofia made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Ludogorets vs CSKA Sofia Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
Ludogorets
11
wins
Drawn
12
CSKA Sofia
6
wins
Total goals
57 · 2.0/match
Both scored
11/29 · 38%
Over 2.5
11/29 · 38%

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