9 May 2025 at 14:45

First League · Season 2024
Referee: R. Gidzhenov

Match Summary

Arda Kardzhali and Ludogorets drew 1:1. The match was played in First League 2024. Goals were scored by Dinis Almeida 52′, T. Yordanov 66′. 3 yellow cards were shown. Arda Kardzhali had 44% possession while Ludogorets held 56%. Arda Kardzhali had 12 shots (4 on target) compared to 12 (3 on target) for Ludogorets. Expected goals: Arda Kardzhali 0.97 — Ludogorets 0.60. Arda Kardzhali made 4 substitutions, Ludogorets made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Arda Kardzhali and Ludogorets — 2 goals and 3 cards recorded during the match.

Arda Kardzhali
Ludogorets
Kick Off
Half Time
62′
E. BilleK. Duah
62′
E. RodríguezCaio Vidal
D. VelkovskiCascardo
67′
76′
D. GropperDeroy Duarte
76′
G. RusevErick Marcus
S. KovachevI. Tilev
85′
87′
A. CamaraI. Chochev
88′Kwadwo Duah
B. TsonevD. Idowu
89′
T. YordanovS. Yusein
89′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Arda Kardzhali had 44% possession against Ludogorets's 56%. Arda Kardzhali registered 12 shots (4 on target) while Ludogorets managed 12 (3 on target). Corner kicks: 1–5. Fouls committed: 8–12.

4Shots on Goal3
3Shots off Goal4
12Total Shots12
5Blocked Shots5
6Shots insidebox6
6Shots outsidebox6
8Fouls12
1Corner Kicks5
1Offsides0
44%Ball Possession56%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves3
418Total passes499
355Passes accurate434
85%Passes %87%
0.97expected_goals0.60
0goals_prevented0

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. Jovičević.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Arda Kardzhali is 6.98, compared to 7.21 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 E. Bille (7.32).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Arda Kardzhali have contributed 3 goals and 4 assists this season, led by D. Velkovski (2G). Ludogorets's starters account for 4 goals and 4 assists, spearheaded by E. Bille (3G). 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 6.96 on average, against Ludogorets's 4-man backline averaging 7.20. 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 6.95, versus Ludogorets's 5 rated —. 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 7.32. 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 88% 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 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 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 29.0 (youngest: V. Veliev (25), oldest: E. Viyachki (35)), while Ludogorets average 27.3 (youngest: E. Bille (21), oldest: H. Bonmann (31)). 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
6.98
Avg Rating
7.21
7.15🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.10
0G 0A0G 0A
6.96🛡 DEF (4 v 4)7.20
3G 0A1G 1A
6.95 MID (5 v 5)
0G 4A0G 0A
FWD (1 v 1)7.32
0G 0A3G 3A
Arda Kardzhali4-2-3-1
1🧤GKA. Gospodinov7.2
21🛡DEFV. Veliev7.0
93🛡DEFF. Eboa Eboa7.01G
23🛡DEFE. Viyachki6.9
35🛡DEFD. Velkovski7.02G
80MIDL. Kotev7.12A
10MIDB. Tsonev
99MIDS. Ivanov
19MIDT. Yordanov
98MIDS. Kovachev6.82A
9FWDC. Offor
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
39🧤GKH. Bonmann7.1
16🛡DEFA. Witry
24🛡DEFO. Verdon
4🛡DEFDinis Almeida7.21G1A
14🛡DEFD. Gropper
82MIDI. Yordanov
6MIDJ. Piotrowski
19MIDG. Rusev
20MIDA. Camara
25MIDE. Rodríguez
29FWDE. Bille7.33G3A

Substitutes

7(F)S. Statev
12(G)I. Nedelchev
15(F)N. Zhekov

Substitutes

9(F)K. Duah
34(D)N. Nikolov
63(D)A. Pemperski

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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