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Botev Plovdiv vs Levski Sofia

Sporten kompleks Botev 1912, Plovdiv20 August 2021 at 19:00

Match Events

Botev Plovdiv
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
Reda Rabeï8′
Nikolay Minkov32′
45+2′Patrick-Gabriel Galchev
T. Nedelev

Penalty

45+5′
Half Time
N. MinkovF. Filipov
46′
Atanas Iliev57′
60′
G. MilanovR. Tsonev
T. NedelevK. Höög-Jansson
62′
63′Christos Shelis
S. Slavchev

Own Goal

65′
67′Radoslav Tsonev
R. RabeïD. Tonev
71′
71′
B. TsonevMarin Petkov
71′
Martin PetkovA. Kraev
A. Baroan
75′
80′
R. Tsonev

Penalty

E. TokuS. Rabotov
87′
A. IlievI. Vasilev
87′
90+3′Andrian Kraev
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal2
11Total Shots6
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
19Fouls14
8Corner Kicks5
0Offsides0
65%Ball Possession35%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards1
3Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Botev Plovdiv is 7.13, compared to — for Levski 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. Botev Plovdiv's highest-rated starter is T. Nedelev (7.26), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Botev Plovdiv have contributed 4 goals and 4 assists this season, led by N. Minkov (3G). Levski Sofia's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Botev Plovdiv deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Levski Sofia's 2-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

Botev Plovdiv field 5 midfielders averaging 7.13, versus Levski Sofia's 5 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

Botev Plovdiv start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Levski 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 79% for Botev Plovdiv and —% for Levski 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

Botev Plovdiv's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Levski 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 Botev Plovdiv's starting XI is 30.0 (youngest: N. Minkov (28), oldest: T. Nedelev (32)), while Levski 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

Botev Plovdiv's starters average 28 league appearances each, versus 0 for Levski 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.

Botev Plovdiv3-4-33-3-1-3Levski Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Argilas.18Soupray.4Genev3Konate8Nedelev17Minkov6Mertens22Rabeï10Toku9Iliev20Baroan13Mihaylov4Goranov5Shelis7Milanov8Slavchev10Tsonev6Naydenov11Dimitrov19Bari79Petkov22Galchev

Substitutes

Coach: A. Valentic

Substitutes

Coach: T. Simov

Botev PlovdivPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
7.13
Avg Rating
7.13Midfielder (5 v 5)
4G 4A0G 0A
Botev Plovdiv3-4-3
1GoalkeeperG. Argilashki
18DefenderS. Souprayen
4DefenderV. Genev
3DefenderP. Konate
8MidfielderT. Nedelev7.31G2A
17MidfielderN. Minkov7.03G2A
6MidfielderD. Mertens
22MidfielderR. Rabeï
10MidfielderE. Toku
9ForwardA. Iliev
20ForwardA. Baroan
Levski Sofia3-3-1-3
13GoalkeeperN. Mihaylov
4DefenderI. Goranov
5DefenderC. Shelis
7MidfielderG. Milanov
8MidfielderS. Slavchev
10MidfielderB. Tsonev
6MidfielderI. Naydenov
22MidfielderP. Galchev
11ForwardZ. Dimitrov
19ForwardB. Bari
79ForwardMartin Petkov

Match Summary

Botev Plovdiv defeated Levski Sofia 3:1. The match was played in First League 2021. Goals were scored by T. Nedelev 45′ (pen.), S. Slavchev 65′ (o.g.), A. Baroan 75′, R. Tsonev 80′ (pen.). 6 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Botev Plovdiv had 65% possession while Levski Sofia held 35%. Botev Plovdiv had 11 shots (6 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for Levski Sofia. Botev Plovdiv made 5 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Botev Plovdiv vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Botev Plovdiv
4
wins
Drawn
5
Levski Sofia
12
wins
Total goals
49 · 2.3/match
Both scored
11/21 · 52%
Over 2.5
8/21 · 38%

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