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20 July 2024 at 18:15

First League · Season 2024
Referee: R. Gidzhenov

Match Summary

Levski Sofia defeated Lokomotiv Sofia 6:1. The match was played in First League 2024. Goals were scored by A. Aralica 5′, A. Kolev 12′, Aldair 21′, Jawad El Jemili 45′, Jawad El Jemili 45′, C. Ohene 90′, M. Sangaré 90′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Lokomotiv Sofia had 42% possession while Levski Sofia held 58%. Lokomotiv Sofia had 9 shots (2 on target) compared to 14 (8 on target) for Levski Sofia. Expected goals: Lokomotiv Sofia 0.48 — Levski Sofia 2.33. Lokomotiv Sofia made 5 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Lokomotiv Sofia and Levski Sofia — 7 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Lokomotiv Sofia
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
21′
Half Time
Gonçalo CardosoL. Ivanov
46′
I. NaydenovS. Traoré
46′
46′
K. van der KaapB. Rupanov
Y. NenovM. Orachev
58′
67′
Everton BalaM. Sangaré
S. SlavchevDiogo Teixeira
72′
81′
Jawad El JemiliFábio Lima
82′
M. PetkovA. Mitkov
A. AralicaS. Dikov
90+3′
90+3′
A. KolevP. Bachev
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Lokomotiv Sofia had 42% possession against Levski Sofia's 58%. Lokomotiv Sofia registered 9 shots (2 on target) while Levski Sofia managed 14 (8 on target). Corner kicks: 3–6. Fouls committed: 13–16.

2Shots on Goal8
2Shots off Goal3
9Total Shots14
5Blocked Shots2
3Shots insidebox9
6Shots outsidebox5
13Fouls16
3Corner Kicks6
1Offsides2
42%Ball Possession58%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves1
260Total passes378
191Passes accurate310
73%Passes %82%
0.48expected_goals2.33
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Lokomotiv Sofia lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation under I. Kolev, while Levski Sofia deployed a 5-3-2 under S. Genchev.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Lokomotiv Sofia is 6.81, compared to 7.21 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 A. Aralica (7.13), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is Everton Bala (7.56).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Lokomotiv Sofia have contributed 6 goals and 3 assists this season, led by A. Aralica (5G). Levski Sofia's starters account for 19 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by Everton Bala (11G). 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 5-man backline averaging 7.14. 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 5 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Levski Sofia's 3 rated 7.16. 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 7.13, compared to 2 for Levski Sofia averaging 7.56. 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 86% 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 17 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. Aralica (29), oldest: S. Slavchev (32)), while Levski Sofia average 26.9 (youngest: M. Petkov (22), oldest: C. Ohene (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

Lokomotiv Sofia's starters average 10 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
6.81
Avg Rating
7.21
6.84🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
🛡 DEF (4 v 5)7.14
0G 0A3G 1A
6.63 MID (5 v 3)7.16
1G 1A5G 2A
7.13 FWD (1 v 2)7.56
5G 2A11G 1A
Lokomotiv Sofia4-2-3-1
24🧤GKA. Lyubenov6.8
22🛡DEFI. Naydenov
4🛡DEFD. Dimov
2🛡DEFGonçalo Cardoso
12🛡DEFBruno
31MIDK. Stanoev7.01G1A
8MIDS. Slavchev6.3
13MIDCelso Raposo
10MIDV. Nikolov
94MIDY. Nenov
29FWDA. Aralica7.15G2A
Levski Sofia5-3-2
44🧤GKM. Marković
21🛡DEFAldair7.11A
5🛡DEFK. van der Kaap
50🛡DEFK. Dimitrov7.1
6🛡DEFTsunami7.1
3🛡DEFMaicon7.33G
11MIDJawad El Jemili
8MIDC. Ohene6.8
88MIDM. Petkov7.55G2A
17FWDEverton Bala7.611G1A
9FWDA. Kolev

Substitutes

44(M)M. Orachev
20(M)Diogo Teixeira
18(F)S. Dikov
7(F)A. Petrov
77(F)E. Manolkov
88(G)Z. Istatkov
47(D)S. Lambese

Substitutes

16(F)P. Bachev
77(M)D. Mihalev
97(M)H. Fadiga

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Lokomotiv Sofia have recorded 2 wins, 1 draws and 3 defeats. Levski Sofia show 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Lokomotiv Sofia

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Levski Sofia

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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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