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Cska Sofia vs Botev Vratsa

Stadion Bâlgarska Armija, Sofia25 February 2022 at 15:30
Referee: G. Ivanov

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Botev Vratsa
Kick Off
26′
28′Ilia Milanov
J. Caicedo
34′
J. Mattheij
45+1′
Half Time
46′
Carlos DjalóM. Petkov
46′
S. GavrilovM. Bentahar
Y. BaiG. Yomov
59′
65′
A. FaseH. Petkov
69′Chavdar Ivaylov
J. CaicedoK. Krastev
72′
B. KwaremaY. Wildschut
72′
G. Yomov
76′
GefersonH. Petrov
79′
Ivan Turitsov86′
86′
Y. NenovK. Todorov
86′
D. FerraressoLuiz Felipe
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal1
4Shots off Goal2
10Total Shots3
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
13Fouls21
7Corner Kicks1
2Offsides1
63%Ball Possession37%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.72, compared to — 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 I. Turitsov (6.75), while Botev Vratsa's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Botev Vratsa'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

CSKA Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Botev Vratsa'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

CSKA Sofia start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Botev Vratsa 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 CSKA Sofia and —% 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.

Discipline

CSKA Sofia's starters have collected 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Botev Vratsa. 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 CSKA Sofia's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: I. Turitsov (26), oldest: Busatto (35)), while Botev Vratsa 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

CSKA Sofia's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 0 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 Sofia4-2-3-14-2-3-1Botev Vratsa
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Busatto4Koch2Mattheij3Geferson19Turitsov21Youga7Bai24Muhar9Caicedo27Garcez17Kwarema76Kostov22Ferrare.18Milanov5Nichev77Nikolov17Ivaylov6Georgiev24Gavrilov94Nenov9Djaló14Fase

Substitutes

Coach: S. Mladenov

Substitutes

Coach: Daniel Morales

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthBotev Vratsa
6.72
Avg Rating
6.70Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.75Defender (4 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
CSKA Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
4DefenderM. Koch
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
3DefenderGeferson
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
21MidfielderA. Youga
7MidfielderY. Bai
24MidfielderK. Muhar
27MidfielderGarcez
9ForwardJ. Caicedo
17ForwardB. Kwarema
Botev Vratsa4-2-3-1
76GoalkeeperK. Kostov
22DefenderD. Ferraresso
18DefenderI. Milanov
5DefenderK. Nichev
77DefenderM. Nikolov
17MidfielderC. Ivaylov
6MidfielderA. Georgiev
24MidfielderS. Gavrilov
9MidfielderCarlos Djaló
94ForwardY. Nenov
14ForwardA. Fase

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Botev Vratsa 4:0. The match was played in First League 2021. Goals were scored by Garcez 26′, J. Caicedo 34′, J. Mattheij 45′, G. Yomov 76′. 3 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 63% possession while Botev Vratsa held 37%. CSKA Sofia had 10 shots (6 on target) compared to 3 (1 on target) for Botev Vratsa. CSKA Sofia made 4 substitutions, Botev Vratsa made 5.

Rivalry since 2017

CSKA Sofia vs Botev Vratsa Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
18
wins
Drawn
2
Botev Vratsa
0
wins
Total goals
60 · 3.0/match
Both scored
9/20 · 45%
Over 2.5
12/20 · 60%

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