27 November 2023 at 15:30

First League · Season 2023
Referee: R. Gidzhenov

Match Summary

Lokomotiv Sofia and Levski Sofia drew 2:2. The match was played in First League 2023. Goals were scored by M. Petkov 27′, A. Kraev 70′, D. Mitkov 76′, D. Mitkov 90′ (pen.). 5 yellow cards were shown. Lokomotiv Sofia had 49% possession while Levski Sofia held 51%. Lokomotiv Sofia had 13 shots (5 on target) compared to 8 (3 on target) for Levski Sofia. Lokomotiv Sofia made 4 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 3.

Match Events

Key match events between Lokomotiv Sofia and Levski Sofia — 4 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Lokomotiv Sofia
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
45+2′Ricardinho
Half Time
Ivaylo Naydenov62′
64′
A. MitkovA. Kraev
A. IvanovK. Krastev
73′
I. NaydenovS. Traoré
73′
D. Mitkov
76′
Carlos França82′
V. NikolovDiogo Teixeira
83′
84′
H. FadigaWelton Felipe
D. MitkovL. Ivanov
90+6′
90+4′
P. GalchevP. Bachev
D. Mitkov

Penalty

90+5′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Lokomotiv Sofia had 49% possession against Levski Sofia's 51%. Lokomotiv Sofia registered 13 shots (5 on target) while Levski Sofia managed 8 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 16–9.

5Shots on Goal3
4Shots off Goal2
13Total Shots8
4Blocked Shots3
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
16Fouls9
4Corner Kicks4
3Offsides1
49%Ball Possession51%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves6
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Lokomotiv Sofia lined up in a 3-5-2 formation under D. Dončić, while Levski Sofia deployed a 4-2-3-1 under N. Kostov.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Lokomotiv Sofia is 6.90, compared to 7.13 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 Sofia's highest-rated starter is K. Stanoev (6.96), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is M. Petkov (7.51).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Lokomotiv Sofia have contributed 1 goals and 1 assists this season, led by K. Stanoev (1G). Levski Sofia's starters account for 5 goals and 2 assists, spearheaded by M. Petkov (5G). 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 4 defenders rated — on average, against Levski Sofia's 4-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 4 midfielders averaging 6.96, versus Levski Sofia's 5 rated 7.13. 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 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 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 —% for Lokomotiv Sofia and 84% 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 Sofia's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 8 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 Sofia's starting XI is 30.5 (youngest: A. Lyubenov (30), oldest: K. Stanoev (31)), while Levski Sofia average 21.0 (youngest: A. Mitkov (20), oldest: M. Petkov (22)). 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 13 league appearances each, versus 18 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 SofiaPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
6.90
Avg Rating
7.13
6.84🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.96 MID (4 v 5)7.13
1G 1A5G 2A
Lokomotiv Sofia3-5-2
24🧤GKA. Lyubenov6.8
2🛡DEFGonçalo Cardoso
4🛡DEFD. Dimov
12🛡DEFBruno
22🛡DEFI. Naydenov
26MIDK. Miloshev
21MIDA. Ivanov
31MIDK. Stanoev7.01G1A
10MIDV. Nikolov
11FWDFrança
45FWDD. Mitkov
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
1🧤GKP. Andreev
2🛡DEFJ. Pétris
5🛡DEFK. van der Kaap
33🛡DEFJ. Córdoba
22🛡DEFP. Galchev
20MIDA. Chandarov
37MIDDarlan
88MIDM. Petkov7.55G2A
10MIDA. Mitkov6.8
97MIDH. Fadiga
9FWDRicardinho

Substitutes

9(F)K. Krastev
20(M)Diogo Teixeira
5(D)D. Kamy
13(D)G. Minkov
33(D)Alan
77(F)E. Manolkov

Substitutes

16(F)P. Bachev
21(M)K. Yovov

Recent Form

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

Lokomotiv Sofia

WLDLLW

Levski Sofia

WLWWWL

Head to Head

Lokomotiv Sofia and Levski Sofia have met 2 times — Lokomotiv Sofia won 0, Levski Sofia won 2, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Levski Sofia leads the head-to-head with 2 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 10 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 5.00 per match (4 for the home side, 6 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 2 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 2 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 4–3 in 2026.

0

Lokomotiv Sofia

0

Drawn

2

Levski Sofia

Goals: 4Goals: 6

Recent Meetings (2)

1 Mar 2026Levski Sofia4 – 3Lokomotiv Sofia
14 Sept 2025Lokomotiv Sofia1 – 2Levski Sofia

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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