Match Summary
CSKA Sofia defeated Spartak Varna 5:0. The match was played in First League 2024. Goals were scored by S. Shopov 28′, I. Pittas 53′, S. Sanyang 55′, I. Iliev 61′, Z. Bytyqi 83′. 7 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 68% possession while Spartak Varna held 32%. CSKA Sofia had 21 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Spartak Varna. Expected goals: CSKA Sofia 1.88 — Spartak Varna 0.20. CSKA Sofia made 5 substitutions, Spartak Varna made 4.
Match Events
Key match events between CSKA Sofia and Spartak Varna — 5 goals and 7 cards recorded during the match.
Match Statistics
CSKA Sofia had 68% possession against Spartak Varna's 32%. CSKA Sofia registered 21 shots (8 on target) while Spartak Varna managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 6–5. Fouls committed: 5–10.
Lineups
CSKA Sofia lined up in a 4-4-1-1 formation under A. Tomash, while Spartak Varna deployed a 5-4-1 under N. Kirov.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 7.04, compared to 6.90 for Spartak Varna. 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. CSKA Sofia's highest-rated starter is J. Eto'o (7.29), while Spartak Varna's best-rated player is Berna (7.05).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of CSKA Sofia have contributed 6 goals and 5 assists this season, led by I. Pittas (3G). Spartak Varna's starters account for 6 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by Berna (4G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
CSKA Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.98 on average, against Spartak Varna's 5-man backline averaging 6.82. 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
CSKA Sofia field 5 midfielders averaging 7.29, versus Spartak Varna's 4 rated 7.05. 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
CSKA Sofia start 1 forward(s) averaging 7.04, compared to 1 for Spartak Varna 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 68% for CSKA Sofia and —% for Spartak Varna. 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
CSKA Sofia's starters have collected 12 yellow cards this season, compared to 7 for Spartak Varna. 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 CSKA Sofia's starting XI is 27.0 (youngest: S. Sanyang (22), oldest: L. Cooper (34)), while Spartak Varna average 22.7 (youngest: M. Jurić-Petrašilo (21), oldest: Xande (24)). 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
CSKA Sofia's starters average 12 league appearances each, versus 1 for Spartak Varna. 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.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, CSKA Sofia have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Spartak Varna show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.
CSKA Sofia
Spartak Varna
Head to Head
CSKA Sofia and Spartak Varna have met 2 times — CSKA Sofia won 1, Spartak Varna won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. CSKA Sofia leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 2 meetings. A combined 6 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 3.00 per match (5 for the home side, 1 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 0–4 in 2025.
1
CSKA Sofia
1
Drawn
0
Spartak Varna
Recent Meetings (2)
API data: 15 Mar 2026