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21 October 2023 at 13:30

First League · Season 2023
Referee: I. Nenkov

Match Summary

Lokomotiv Sofia and CSKA 1948 drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2023. 8 yellow cards were shown. Lokomotiv Sofia had 37% possession while CSKA 1948 held 63%. Lokomotiv Sofia had 3 shots (0 on target) compared to 15 (0 on target) for CSKA 1948. Lokomotiv Sofia made 5 substitutions, CSKA 1948 made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Lokomotiv Sofia and CSKA 1948 — 0 goals and 8 cards recorded during the match.

Lokomotiv Sofia
CSKA 1948
Kick Off
26′Erdenis Gurishta
D. MitkovFrança
43′
Half Time
46′
E. GurishtaSteve Furtado
Gonçalo CardosoD. Kamy
55′
A. IvanovS. Mechev
55′
62′
PedrinhoV. Kjartansson
62′
B. KaragarenR. Kirilov
72′
A. VutovN. Iliev
Diogo TeixeiraV. Nikolov
80′
K. MiloshevS. Traoré
80′
85′
E. TsenovP. Umarbayev
Carlos França90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Lokomotiv Sofia had 37% possession against CSKA 1948's 63%. Lokomotiv Sofia registered 3 shots (0 on target) while CSKA 1948 managed 15 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 2–7. Fouls committed: 15–13.

0Shots on Goal0
1Shots off Goal9
3Total Shots15
2Blocked Shots4
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
15Fouls13
2Corner Kicks7
1Offsides3
37%Ball Possession63%
2Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Lokomotiv Sofia lined up in a 3-4-3 formation under D. Dončić, while CSKA 1948 deployed a 4-2-3-1 under N. Panayotov.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Lokomotiv Sofia is 6.63, compared to 7.47 for CSKA 1948. 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 Sofia's highest-rated starter is K. Stanoev (6.96), while CSKA 1948's best-rated player is G. Rusev (7.58).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Lokomotiv Sofia have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by K. Stanoev (1G). CSKA 1948's starters account for 2 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by E. Tsenov (1G). 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 Sofia deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against CSKA 1948'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 Sofia field 6 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus CSKA 1948's 4 rated 7.36. 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 Sofia start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for CSKA 1948 averaging 7.58. 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 —% for Lokomotiv Sofia and 48% for CSKA 1948. 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 Sofia's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for CSKA 1948. 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 Sofia's starting XI is 26.5 (youngest: L. Ivanov (22), oldest: K. Stanoev (31)), while CSKA 1948 average 25.0 (youngest: E. Tsenov (23), oldest: G. Rusev (27)). 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 Sofia's starters average 11 league appearances each, versus 14 for CSKA 1948. 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 SofiaPosition StrengthCSKA 1948
6.63
Avg Rating
7.47
6.63 MID (6 v 4)7.36
1G 1A1G 0A
FWD (1 v 3)7.58
0G 0A1G 4A
Lokomotiv Sofia3-4-3
1🧤GKB. Gaye
2🛡DEFGonçalo Cardoso
4🛡DEFD. Dimov
12🛡DEFBruno
15MIDL. Ivanov6.3
31MIDK. Stanoev7.01G1A
26MIDK. Miloshev
22MIDI. Naydenov
20MIDDiogo Teixeira
21MIDA. Ivanov
45FWDD. Mitkov
CSKA 19484-2-3-1
29🧤GKD. Naumov
24🛡DEFE. Gurishta
87🛡DEFS. Petrov
5🛡DEFHéliton
21MIDE. Tsenov7.41G
18MIDI. Chochev
11MIDB. Karagaren
20MIDA. Vutov
15FWDS. Vasilev
8FWDPedrinho
10FWDG. Rusev7.61G4A

Substitutes

11(F)França
5(D)D. Kamy
16(M)S. Mechev
9(F)K. Krastev
13(D)G. Minkov
88(G)Z. Istatkov
93(D)S. Lambese

Substitutes

6(D)Steve Furtado
4(D)M. Orachev
33(G)G. Ganev

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Lokomotiv Sofia have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. CSKA 1948 show 3 wins, 0 draws and 3 losses from their last 6 outings.

Lokomotiv Sofia

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CSKA 1948

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Head to Head

Lokomotiv Sofia and CSKA 1948 have met 2 times — Lokomotiv Sofia won 0, CSKA 1948 won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. CSKA 1948 leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (2 for the home side, 4 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 3–2 in 2026.

0

Lokomotiv Sofia

0

Drawn

2

CSKA 1948

Goals: 2Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

21 Mar 2026CSKA 19483 – 2Lokomotiv Sofia
19 Oct 2025Lokomotiv Sofia0 – 1CSKA 1948

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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