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Cska Sofia vs Levski Sofia

Stadion Vasil Levski, Sofia17 April 2023 at 15:30
Referee: N. Popov

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
12′Andrian Kraev
GefersonM. Carreazo
31′
Tobias Heintz36′
Thibaut Vion40′
Amos Youga45′
Half Time
64′Welton
D. NazonS. Shopov
76′
T. HeintzB. Moreno
76′
Jurgen Matheij80′
Bradley de Nooijer88′
90+2′
RicardinhoA. Chandarov
90+2′
I. PopovM. Petkov
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal3
0Shots off Goal0
2Total Shots5
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
16Fouls13
3Corner Kicks3
0Offsides0
46%Ball Possession54%
6Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.92, compared to 7.10 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. CSKA Sofia's highest-rated starter is T. Vion (7.13), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is Tsunami (7.10).

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 5 defenders rated 7.13 on average, against Levski Sofia's 3-man backline averaging 7.10. 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 Levski Sofia's 3 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 4 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 87% for CSKA Sofia and 91% 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

CSKA Sofia's starters have collected 1 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 CSKA Sofia's starting XI is 33.5 (youngest: T. Vion (32), oldest: Busatto (35)), while Levski Sofia average 29.0 (youngest: Tsunami (29), oldest: Tsunami (29)). 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 5 league appearances each, versus 9 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.

CSKA Sofia3-1-4-24-2-3-1Levski Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Busatto22Mahmuto.2Mattheij5Nooijer21Youga14Heintz7Lindseth15Vion3Geferson9Nazon10Garcez1Andreev2Pétris5Kaap23Sonko-S.6Tsunami8Kraev30Krastev18Ronaldo10Popov17Felipe9Ricardi.

Substitutes

Coach: S. Ilić

Substitutes

Coach: E. Topuzakov

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
6.92
Avg Rating
7.10
6.70Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13Defender (5 v 3)7.10
0G 0A0G 0A
CSKA Sofia3-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
22DefenderE. Mahmutovic
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
5DefenderB. de Nooijer
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
3DefenderGeferson
21MidfielderA. Youga
14MidfielderT. Heintz
7MidfielderJ. Lindseth
10MidfielderGarcez
9ForwardD. Nazon
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Andreev
5DefenderK. van der Kaap
23DefenderN. Sonko-Sundberg
6DefenderTsunami7.1
2MidfielderJ. Pétris
8MidfielderA. Kraev
30MidfielderF. Krastev
18ForwardRonaldo
10ForwardI. Popov
17ForwardWelton Felipe
9ForwardRicardinho

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia and Levski Sofia drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2022. 9 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 46% possession while Levski Sofia held 54%. CSKA Sofia had 2 shots (2 on target) compared to 5 (3 on target) for Levski Sofia. CSKA Sofia made 3 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 2.

Rivalry since 2018

CSKA Sofia vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
8
wins
Drawn
10
Levski Sofia
7
wins
Total goals
51 · 2.0/match
Both scored
9/25 · 36%
Over 2.5
7/25 · 28%

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026