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18 September 2024 at 14:30

First League · Season 2024
Referee: V. Chinkov

Match Summary

Ludogorets defeated Slavia Sofia 1:0. The match was played in First League 2024. Goals were scored by Rick 32′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Slavia Sofia had 45% possession while Ludogorets held 55%. Slavia Sofia had 7 shots (1 on target) compared to 14 (4 on target) for Ludogorets. Expected goals: Slavia Sofia 0.22 — Ludogorets 1.06. Slavia Sofia made 4 substitutions, Ludogorets made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Slavia Sofia and Ludogorets — 1 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Slavia Sofia
Ludogorets
Kick Off
32′
Half Time
Viktor Genev54′
D. AleksandrovK. Balov
54′
63′
RickErick Marcus
63′
Caio VidalS. Delev
G. IvanovR. Raychev
69′
T. ChunchukovL. Kostov
69′
71′
K. DuahRwan Cruz
71′
Deroy DuartePedro Naressi
Lyubomir Kostov82′
K. FabienQ. Seedorf
85′
89′
A. CamaraI. Yordanov
Full Time

Match Statistics

Slavia Sofia had 45% possession against Ludogorets's 55%. Slavia Sofia registered 7 shots (1 on target) while Ludogorets managed 14 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 3–7. Fouls committed: 18–3.

1Shots on Goal4
5Shots off Goal7
7Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots3
3Shots insidebox6
4Shots outsidebox8
18Fouls3
3Corner Kicks7
1Offsides0
45%Ball Possession55%
4Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
378Total passes383
316Passes accurate328
84%Passes %86%
0.22expected_goals1.06
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

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

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Slavia Sofia is 6.69, compared to 7.33 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. Slavia Sofia's highest-rated starter is I. Minchev (7.01), while Ludogorets's best-rated player is Caio Vidal (8.03).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Slavia Sofia have contributed 1 goals and 3 assists this season, led by I. Minchev (1G). Ludogorets's starters account for 16 goals and 9 assists, spearheaded by I. Chochev (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

Slavia Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Ludogorets's 4-man backline averaging 7.19. 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

Slavia Sofia field 5 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Ludogorets's 4 rated 7.57. 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

Slavia Sofia start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 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 —% for Slavia Sofia and 85% 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

Slavia Sofia's starters have collected 5 yellow cards this season, compared to 11 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 Slavia Sofia's starting XI is 28.0 (youngest: K. Stoyanov (22), oldest: I. Minchev (34)), while Ludogorets average 29.8 (youngest: Caio Vidal (25), oldest: S. Padt (35)). 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

Slavia Sofia's starters average 16 league appearances each, versus 21 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.

Slavia SofiaPosition StrengthLudogorets
6.69
Avg Rating
7.33
🧤 GK (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
🛡 DEF (4 v 4)7.19
0G 0A2G 3A
6.69 MID (5 v 4)7.57
1G 3A14G 6A
Slavia Sofia4-2-3-1
21🧤GKS. Vutsov
3🛡DEFE. Tombak
6🛡DEFM. Georgiev
4🛡DEFV. Genev
37🛡DEFV. Kerchev
73MIDI. Minchev7.01G3A
71MIDK. Stoyanov6.5
7MIDD. Aleksandrov6.5
33MIDG. Ivanov
11MIDK. Fabien
9FWDT. Chunchukov
Ludogorets4-4-2
1🧤GKS. Padt6.9
17🛡DEFSon7.21G2A
24🛡DEFO. Verdon
4🛡DEFDinis Almeida7.21G1A
14🛡DEFD. Gropper
11MIDCaio Vidal8.02G3A
23MIDDeroy Duarte7.21G1A
18MIDI. Chochev7.511G2A
20MIDA. Camara
9FWDK. Duah
7FWDRick

Substitutes

55(F)L. Kostov
22(M)Q. Seedorf
12(G)N. Krastev

Substitutes

12(F)Rwan Cruz
5(D)G. Terziev

Recent Form

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

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Head to Head

Slavia Sofia and Ludogorets have met 2 times — Slavia Sofia won 0, Ludogorets won 1, 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 (1 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 0–3 in 2025.

0

Slavia Sofia

1

Drawn

1

Ludogorets

Goals: 1Goals: 4

Recent Meetings (2)

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

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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