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22 October 2023 at 16:00

First League · Season 2023
Referee: I. Stoyanov

Match Summary

Arda Kardzhali and Ludogorets drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2023. 6 yellow cards were shown. Arda Kardzhali had 33% possession while Ludogorets held 67%. Arda Kardzhali had 5 shots (2 on target) compared to 19 (2 on target) for Ludogorets. Expected goals: Arda Kardzhali 0.71 — Ludogorets 1.59. Arda Kardzhali made 5 substitutions, Ludogorets made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Arda Kardzhali and Ludogorets — 0 goals and 6 cards recorded during the match.

Arda Kardzhali
Ludogorets
Kick Off
Half Time
Aboubacar Toungara53′
57′
SonG. Terziev
T. YordanovP. Borukov
60′
R. TsonevC. Hüseynov
61′
67′
Rwan CruzK. Duah
67′
M. ChouiarS. Delev
68′
Caio VidalB. Tekpetey
I. TilevE. Tetah
70′
77′
RickT. Nedelev
D. LozevO. Ebenezer
81′
S. IvanovI. Kokonov
82′
Plamen Krachunov83′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Arda Kardzhali had 33% possession against Ludogorets's 67%. Arda Kardzhali registered 5 shots (2 on target) while Ludogorets managed 19 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 0–12. Fouls committed: 18–15.

2Shots on Goal2
2Shots off Goal8
5Total Shots19
0Blocked Shots9
4Shots insidebox10
1Shots outsidebox9
18Fouls15
0Corner Kicks12
2Offsides1
33%Ball Possession67%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves2
196Total passes495
147Passes accurate418
75%Passes %84%
0.71expected_goals1.59

Lineups

Arda Kardzhali lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under A. Tunchev, while Ludogorets deployed a 4-2-3-1 under I. Petev.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Arda Kardzhali is 7.02, compared to 7.36 for Ludogorets. 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. Arda Kardzhali's highest-rated starter is A. Gospodinov (7.15), while Ludogorets's best-rated player is Caio Vidal (8.03).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Arda Kardzhali have contributed 0 goals and 3 assists this season, led by —. Ludogorets's starters account for 3 goals and 7 assists, spearheaded by Caio Vidal (2G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Arda Kardzhali deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Ludogorets's 4-man backline averaging 7.08. 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

Arda Kardzhali field 5 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Ludogorets's 5 rated 7.63. 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

Arda Kardzhali start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Ludogorets 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 46% for Arda Kardzhali and 81% for Ludogorets. 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

Arda Kardzhali's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Ludogorets. 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 Arda Kardzhali's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: I. Tilev (26), oldest: A. Gospodinov (31)), while Ludogorets average 28.8 (youngest: Caio Vidal (25), oldest: A. Nedyalkov (32)). 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

Arda Kardzhali's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 17 for Ludogorets. 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.

Arda KardzhaliPosition StrengthLudogorets
7.02
Avg Rating
7.36
7.15🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)7.08
0G 0A1G 3A
6.96 MID (5 v 5)7.63
0G 3A2G 4A
Arda Kardzhali4-2-3-1
1🧤GKA. Gospodinov7.2
11🛡DEFM. Stoychev
3🛡DEFO. Sako
6🛡DEFP. Krachunov
20🛡DEFD. Lozev
21MIDR. Tsonev
80MIDL. Kotev7.12A
99MIDS. Ivanov
7MIDA. Toungara
33MIDI. Tilev6.81A
19FWDT. Yordanov
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
12🧤GKS. Sluga
16🛡DEFA. Witry
26🛡DEFN. Sonko-Sundberg
3🛡DEFA. Nedyalkov7.01A
17🛡DEFSon7.21G2A
6MIDJ. Piotrowski
8MIDClaude Gonçalves
77MIDCaio Vidal8.02G3A
11MIDM. Chouiar7.21A
7MIDRick
99FWDRwan Cruz

Substitutes

9(F)P. Borukov
12(M)O. Ebenezer
8(M)S. Dyulgerov
77(M)I. Yurukov
24(G)I. Dichevski

Substitutes

5(D)G. Terziev
9(F)K. Duah
10(F)M. Tissera

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Arda Kardzhali have recorded 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 defeats. Ludogorets show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Arda Kardzhali

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Ludogorets

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Head to Head

Arda Kardzhali and Ludogorets have met 1 times — Arda Kardzhali won 1, Ludogorets won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Arda Kardzhali leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 5 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (3 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–3 in 2025.

1

Arda Kardzhali

0

Drawn

0

Ludogorets

Goals: 3Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (1)

9 Nov 2025Ludogorets2 – 3Arda Kardzhali

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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