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18 August 2024 at 16:00

First League · Season 2024
Referee: R. Gidzhenov

Match Summary

Lokomotiv Sofia and CSKA 1948 drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2024. 3 yellow cards were shown. Lokomotiv Sofia had 47% possession while CSKA 1948 held 53%. Lokomotiv Sofia had 5 shots (1 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for CSKA 1948. Expected goals: Lokomotiv Sofia 0.28 — CSKA 1948 1.09. Lokomotiv Sofia made 3 substitutions, CSKA 1948 made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Lokomotiv Sofia and CSKA 1948 — 0 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Lokomotiv Sofia
CSKA 1948
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
M. BoychevP. Umarbayev
55′
M. IlievskiY. Serdiuk
55′
B. KaragarenM. Topuzov
Diogo TeixeiraM. Orachev
68′
S. DikovY. Nenov
75′
78′
ThalisOctávio
86′
N. PišćevićCassiano Bouzon
89′Mario Topuzov
Dime Dimov90+1′
S. TraoréI. Naydenov
90+2′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Lokomotiv Sofia had 47% possession against CSKA 1948's 53%. Lokomotiv Sofia registered 5 shots (1 on target) while CSKA 1948 managed 11 (4 on target). Corner kicks: 4–6. Fouls committed: 10–9.

1Shots on Goal4
2Shots off Goal5
5Total Shots11
2Blocked Shots2
3Shots insidebox6
2Shots outsidebox5
10Fouls9
4Corner Kicks6
1Offsides0
47%Ball Possession53%
1Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
346Total passes383
270Passes accurate313
78%Passes %82%
0.28expected_goals1.09
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Lokomotiv Sofia lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under I. Kolev, while CSKA 1948 deployed a 4-3-3 under V. Iliev.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Lokomotiv Sofia is 6.70, compared to 6.64 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 M. Boychev (6.64).

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 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. 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 6.96 on average, against CSKA 1948'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 6.30, versus CSKA 1948's 3 rated 6.64. 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 3 for CSKA 1948 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.

Discipline

Lokomotiv Sofia's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 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 31.0 (youngest: A. Lyubenov (30), oldest: S. Slavchev (32)), while CSKA 1948 average 17.0 (youngest: M. Boychev (17), oldest: M. Boychev (17)). 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 9 league appearances each, versus 0 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
6.70
Avg Rating
6.64
6.84🧤 GK (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.96🛡 DEF (4 v 4)
1G 1A0G 0A
6.30 MID (4 v 3)6.64
0G 0A0G 0A
Lokomotiv Sofia4-4-2
24🧤GKA. Lyubenov6.8
47🛡DEFS. Lambese
31🛡DEFK. Stanoev7.01G1A
4🛡DEFD. Dimov
12🛡DEFBruno
13MIDCelso Raposo
5MIDA. Pitsolis
8MIDS. Slavchev6.3
20MIDDiogo Teixeira
18FWDS. Dikov
98FWDS. Traoré
CSKA 19484-3-3
1🧤GKP. Marinov
19🛡DEFSteeve Furtado
14🛡DEFT. Ivanov
22🛡DEFR. Daskalov
31🛡DEFT. Rapnouil
58MIDM. Boychev6.6
7MIDThalis
28MIDN. Pišćević
9FWDB. Karagaren
40FWDM. Ilievski
10FWDR. Kirilov

Substitutes

44(M)M. Orachev
94(F)Y. Nenov
22(M)I. Naydenov
7(F)A. Petrov
77(F)E. Manolkov
88(G)Z. Istatkov

Substitutes

25(F)Y. Serdiuk
99(F)M. Topuzov
61(M)Octávio
11(M)Cassiano Bouzon
6(F)R. Iliev

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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