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19 February 2023 at 15:45

First League · Season 2022
Referee: N. Popov

Match Summary

Ludogorets defeated Slavia Sofia 2:1. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by S. Delev 18′, T. Tasev 75′ (pen.), Nonato 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Ludogorets had 55% possession while Slavia Sofia held 45%. Ludogorets had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 4 (2 on target) for Slavia Sofia. Ludogorets made 5 substitutions, Slavia Sofia made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Ludogorets and Slavia Sofia — 3 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Ludogorets
Slavia Sofia
Kick Off
Half Time
ThiagoM. Tissera
46′
K. DespodovB. Tekpetey
46′
53′Darko Tasevski
57′
E. DostV. Nikolov
57′
D. TasevskiN. Gassama
D. YankovNonato
68′
ShowPedro Naressi
68′
75′
T. Tasev

Penalty

78′Kristian Dobrev
A. WitryPipa
78′
81′Ludovic Soares
81′
K. DobrevR. Raychev
87′
V. JelenkovićV. Petrov
88′Valentin Petrov
90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Ludogorets had 55% possession against Slavia Sofia's 45%. Ludogorets registered 11 shots (5 on target) while Slavia Sofia managed 4 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–7. Fouls committed: 11–14.

5Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal1
11Total Shots4
2Blocked Shots1
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls14
6Corner Kicks7
2Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
1Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Ludogorets lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Šimundža, while Slavia Sofia deployed a 4-1-4-1 under Z. Zagorčić.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Ludogorets is 6.94, compared to 6.70 for Slavia 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. Ludogorets's highest-rated starter is A. Nedyalkov (6.99), while Slavia Sofia's best-rated player is C. Nguyen-Do (6.70).

Defensive Solidity

Ludogorets deploy 4 defenders rated 6.99 on average, against Slavia 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

Ludogorets field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Slavia Sofia's 4 rated 6.70. 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

Ludogorets start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Slavia 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 88% for Ludogorets and 42% for Slavia 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

Ludogorets's starters have collected 4 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Slavia 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 Ludogorets's starting XI is 33.5 (youngest: A. Nedyalkov (32), oldest: S. Padt (35)), while Slavia Sofia average 20.0 (youngest: C. Nguyen-Do (20), oldest: C. Nguyen-Do (20)). 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

Ludogorets's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 1 for Slavia 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.

LudogoretsPosition StrengthSlavia Sofia
6.94
Avg Rating
6.70
6.89🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.99🛡 DEF (4 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
MID (4 v 4)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
1🧤GKS. Padt6.9
32🛡DEFI. Plastun
16🛡DEFA. Witry
24🛡DEFO. Verdon
3🛡DEFA. Nedyalkov7.01A
23MIDShow
5MIDG. Terziev
11MIDK. Despodov
64MIDD. Yankov
9FWDThiago
90FWDS. Delev
Slavia Sofia4-1-4-1
21🧤GKS. Vutsov
3🛡DEFE. Tombak
23🛡DEFE. Viyachki
4🛡DEFLudovic Soares
5MIDV. Jelenković
17MIDE. Dost
22MIDD. Tasevski
19MIDC. Nguyen-Do6.7
11FWDK. Dobrev
88FWDT. Tasev
9FWDA. Ahmedov

Substitutes

10(F)M. Tissera
20(M)Nonato
2(D)Pipa
14(D)D. Gropper

Substitutes

15(M)V. Petrov
12(G)N. Krastev
83(D)H. Popadiyn

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Ludogorets have recorded 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 defeats. Slavia Sofia show 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 losses from their last 6 outings.

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Head to Head

Ludogorets and Slavia Sofia have met 2 times — Ludogorets won 1, Slavia Sofia won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Ludogorets leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.50 per match (4 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (50%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 0–3 in 2025.

1

Ludogorets

1

Drawn

0

Slavia Sofia

Goals: 4Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (2)

8 Dec 2025Ludogorets1 – 1Slavia Sofia
9 Aug 2025Slavia Sofia0 – 3Ludogorets

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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