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Levski Sofia vs Cska Sofia

Stadion Vasil Levski, Sofia7 June 2023 at 16:45
Referee: D. Draganov

Match Events

Levski Sofia
CSKA Sofia
Kick Off
36′
T. Heintz
Half Time
A. ChandarovF. Krastev
46′
53′
M. CarreazoGeferson
59′Duckens Nazon
I. PopovM. Petkov
59′
61′
D. Nazon
62′Thibaut Vion
68′
D. NazonB. Kwarema
Noah Sonko Sundberg72′
Noah Sonko Sundberg80′
80′Ivan Turitsov
I. StefanovK. Dimitrov
84′
84′
Z. ShaghoyanD. Bamba
90+3′Amos Youga
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal6
5Total Shots18
1Blocked Shots7
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
15Fouls12
2Corner Kicks6
2Offsides1
54%Ball Possession46%
1Yellow Cards5
1Red Cards1
6Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Levski Sofia is 7.10, compared to 6.86 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. Levski Sofia's highest-rated starter is Tsunami (7.10), while CSKA Sofia's best-rated player is T. Vion (7.13).

Defensive Solidity

Levski Sofia deploy 3 defenders rated 7.10 on average, against CSKA Sofia's 4-man backline averaging 6.94. 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

Levski Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus CSKA 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

Levski Sofia start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 91% for Levski Sofia and 83% 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

Levski Sofia's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 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 Levski Sofia's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Tsunami (29), oldest: Tsunami (29)), while CSKA Sofia average 31.0 (youngest: I. Turitsov (26), oldest: Busatto (35)). 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

Levski Sofia's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 9 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.

Levski Sofia4-2-3-13-5-2CSKA Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Andreev2Pétris5Kaap23Sonko-S.6Tsunami20Chandar.8Kraev14Stefanov10Popov17Felipe9Ricardi.1Busatto22Mahmuto.6Petrov21Youga15Vion8Shopov26Carreazo14Heintz19Turitsov23Shaghoy.9Nazon

Substitutes

Coach: E. Topuzakov

Substitutes

Coach: S. Ilić

Levski SofiaPosition StrengthCSKA Sofia
7.10
Avg Rating
6.86
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
7.10Defender (3 v 4)6.94
0G 0A0G 1A
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Andreev
5DefenderK. van der Kaap
23DefenderN. Sonko-Sundberg
6DefenderTsunami7.1
2MidfielderJ. Pétris
20MidfielderA. Chandarov
8MidfielderA. Kraev
14MidfielderI. Stefanov
10ForwardI. Popov
17ForwardWelton Felipe
9ForwardRicardinho
CSKA Sofia3-5-2
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
22DefenderE. Mahmutović
6DefenderH. Petrov
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
21MidfielderA. Youga
8MidfielderS. Shopov
26MidfielderM. Carreazo
14MidfielderT. Heintz
23MidfielderZ. Shaghoyan
9ForwardD. Nazon

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Levski Sofia 2:0. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by T. Heintz 36′, D. Nazon 61′. 6 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. Levski Sofia had 54% possession while CSKA Sofia held 46%. Levski Sofia had 5 shots (1 on target) compared to 18 (5 on target) for CSKA Sofia. Levski Sofia made 3 substitutions, CSKA Sofia made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Levski Sofia vs CSKA Sofia Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
Levski Sofia
7
wins
Drawn
11
CSKA Sofia
7
wins
Total goals
49 · 2.0/match
Both scored
9/25 · 36%
Over 2.5
7/25 · 28%

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