12 September 2021 at 18:00

Referee: N. Popov

Match Summary

Lokomotiv Plovdiv and Levski Sofia drew 2:2. The match was played in First League 2021. Goals were scored by B. Tsonev 37′, G. Minchev 73′, G. Milanov 76′, D. Iliev 80′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Lokomotiv Plovdiv had 48% possession while Levski Sofia held 52%. Lokomotiv Plovdiv had 12 shots (5 on target) compared to 6 (5 on target) for Levski Sofia. Lokomotiv Plovdiv made 5 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Lokomotiv Plovdiv and Levski Sofia — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Lokomotiv Plovdiv
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
Ilko Pirgov42′
Half Time
Miloš Petrović63′
V. MarcelG. Minchev
64′
C. RuaneJ. Tomašević
64′
71′
B. TsonevD. Kostadinov
81′
Z. DimitrovMartin Petkov
81′
G. MilanovMarin Petkov
P. UmarbaevE. Yanchev
83′
M. PetrovićM. Paskalev
89′
Lucas SalinasA. Angelov
89′
Oleksii Bykov90+9′
90+9′
R. TsonevI. Naydenov
Full Time

Match Statistics

Lokomotiv Plovdiv had 48% possession against Levski Sofia's 52%. Lokomotiv Plovdiv registered 12 shots (5 on target) while Levski Sofia managed 6 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–2. Fouls committed: 15–22.

5Shots on Goal5
7Shots off Goal1
12Total Shots6
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
15Fouls22
7Corner Kicks2
1Offsides1
48%Ball Possession52%
4Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves5
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Lokomotiv Plovdiv lined up in a 3-4-1-2 formation under A. Tunchev, while Levski Sofia deployed a 4-2-3-1 under S. Stoilov.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Lokomotiv Plovdiv is 7.05, 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. Lokomotiv Plovdiv's highest-rated starter is P. Umarbaev (7.09), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Lokomotiv Plovdiv have contributed 3 goals and 5 assists this season, led by D. Iliev (2G). 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

Lokomotiv Plovdiv deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Levski Sofia's 3-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

Lokomotiv Plovdiv field 4 midfielders averaging 7.09, 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

Lokomotiv Plovdiv start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.02, compared to 2 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 75% for Lokomotiv 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

Lokomotiv Plovdiv's starters have collected 6 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 Lokomotiv Plovdiv's starting XI is 34.0 (youngest: P. Umarbaev (31), oldest: D. Iliev (37)), 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

Lokomotiv Plovdiv's starters average 21 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.

Lokomotiv Plovdiv3-4-1-24-2-3-1Levski Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Pirgov20Petrović2Bykov25Crăciun39Umarbaev11Ruane34Vitanov16Salinas61Marcel14Iliev9Karagar.13Mihaylov4Goranov3Zajkov5Shelis91Mihajlo.7Milanov10Tsonev21Tsonev11Dimitrov19Bari89Kraev

Substitutes

Coach: A. Tunchev

Substitutes

Coach: S. Stoilov

Lokomotiv PlovdivPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
7.05
Avg Rating
7.09Midfielder (4 v 5)
1G 3A0G 0A
7.02Forward (2 v 2)
2G 2A0G 0A
Lokomotiv Plovdiv3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperI. Pirgov
20DefenderM. Petrović
2DefenderO. Bykov
25DefenderA. Crăciun
11DefenderC. Ruane
39MidfielderP. Umarbaev7.11G3A
34MidfielderP. Vitanov
16MidfielderLucas Salinas
9MidfielderB. Karagaren
61ForwardV. Marcel
14ForwardD. Iliev7.02G2A
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperN. Mihaylov
4DefenderI. Goranov
3DefenderG. Zajkov
91DefenderD. Mihajlovic
5MidfielderC. Shelis
7MidfielderG. Milanov
10MidfielderB. Tsonev
21MidfielderR. Tsonev
89MidfielderA. Kraev
11ForwardZ. Dimitrov
19ForwardB. Bari

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Lokomotiv Plovdiv have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Levski Sofia show 4 wins, 2 draws and 0 losses from their last 6 outings.

Lokomotiv Plovdiv

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Levski Sofia

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Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Results

Lokomotiv Plovdiv and Levski Sofia have met 2 times — Lokomotiv Plovdiv won 1, Levski Sofia won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–0 in 2026.

1

Lokomotiv Plovdiv

0

Drawn

1

Levski Sofia

Goals: 1Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (2)

9 Mar 2026Levski Sofia1 – 0Lokomotiv Plovdiv
26 Sept 2025Lokomotiv Plovdiv1 – 0Levski Sofia
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 7 Apr 2026