Match Summary
Pirin Blagoevgrad defeated Spartak Varna 3:1. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by R. Tsonev 13′, R. Tsonev 34′, R. Antwi 38′, M. Smolenski 54′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Pirin Blagoevgrad had 51% possession while Spartak Varna held 49%. Pirin Blagoevgrad had 8 shots (5 on target) compared to 7 (3 on target) for Spartak Varna. Pirin Blagoevgrad made 4 substitutions, Spartak Varna made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between Pirin Blagoevgrad and Spartak Varna — 4 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
Pirin Blagoevgrad had 51% possession against Spartak Varna's 49%. Pirin Blagoevgrad registered 8 shots (5 on target) while Spartak Varna managed 7 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 2–4. Fouls committed: 16–16.
Lineups
Pirin Blagoevgrad lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under H. Yanev, while Spartak Varna deployed a 3-4-1-2 under T. Kiselichkov.
Defensive Solidity
Pirin Blagoevgrad deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Spartak Varna'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
Pirin Blagoevgrad field 6 midfielders averaging —, versus Spartak Varna'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
Pirin Blagoevgrad start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Spartak Varna 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Pirin Blagoevgrad have recorded 2 wins, 4 draws and 0 defeats. Spartak Varna show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
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API data: 15 Mar 2026