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25 July 2025 at 17:30

First League · Season 2025
Referee: Valentin Zhelezov

Match Summary

Ludogorets defeated Botev Vratsa 1:0. The match was played in First League 2025. Goals were scored by A. Stoyanov 90′ (o.g.). 10 yellow cards were shown. Botev Vratsa had 26% possession while Ludogorets held 74%. Botev Vratsa had 6 shots (1 on target) compared to 14 (5 on target) for Ludogorets. Expected goals: Botev Vratsa 0.24 — Ludogorets 0.94. Botev Vratsa made 3 substitutions, Ludogorets made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Botev Vratsa and Ludogorets — 1 goals and 10 cards recorded during the match.

Botev Vratsa
Ludogorets
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
O. VerdonE. Kurtulus
46′
E. BileE. Rodriguez
A. SoudaM. Boukassi
66′
70′
D. DuarteP. Stanic
70′
S. IvanovF. Gigov
B. PenchevM. S. Bachev
75′
75′
M. ChouiarErick Marcus
M. DichevR. Marinov
90+3′
90′
A. Stoyanov

Own Goal

Full Time

Match Statistics

Botev Vratsa had 26% possession against Ludogorets's 74%. Botev Vratsa registered 6 shots (1 on target) while Ludogorets managed 14 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 0–9. Fouls committed: 14–9.

1Shots on Goal5
4Shots off Goal5
6Total Shots14
1Blocked Shots4
4Shots insidebox6
2Shots outsidebox8
14Fouls9
0Corner Kicks9
1Offsides0
26%Ball Possession74%
6Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
140Total passes578
81Passes accurate502
58%Passes %87%
0.24expected_goals0.94
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Botev Vratsa lined up in a — formation, while Ludogorets deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Botev Vratsa is 6.78, compared to 7.18 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. Botev Vratsa's highest-rated starter is D. Evtimov (6.98), while Ludogorets's best-rated player is I. Chochev (7.52).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Botev Vratsa have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by A. Kabashi (1G). Ludogorets's starters account for 17 goals and 10 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

Botev Vratsa deploy 5 defenders rated 6.79 on average, against Ludogorets's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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

Botev Vratsa field 4 midfielders averaging 6.74, versus Ludogorets's 5 rated 7.25. 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

Botev Vratsa start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.70, 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 —% for Botev Vratsa 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

Botev Vratsa's starters have collected 33 yellow cards this season, compared to 10 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 Botev Vratsa's starting XI is 26.8 (youngest: A. Stoyanov (20), oldest: D. Genov (36)), while Ludogorets average 27.0 (youngest: S. Shishkov (19), oldest: I. Chochev (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

Botev Vratsa's starters average 18 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.

Botev VratsaPosition StrengthLudogorets
6.78
Avg Rating
7.18
6.98🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.10
0G 0A0G 0A
6.79🛡 DEF (5 v 4)7.05
1G 1A2G 2A
6.74 MID (4 v 5)7.25
2G 2A12G 5A
6.70 FWD (1 v 1)7.32
0G 0A3G 3A
Botev Vratsa
25🧤GKD. Evtimov7.0
97🛡DEFV. Naydenov6.71A
36🛡DEFM. Stoev6.8
4🛡DEFA. Kabashi7.01G
11🛡DEFM. Achkov6.9
32🛡DEFM. Dichev6.6
9MIDD. Genov6.81G1A
24MIDM. Smolenski7.01A
8MIDA. Stoyanov6.81G
7MIDB. Penchev6.4
20FWDA. Souda6.7
Ludogorets
39🧤GKH. Bonmann7.1
2🛡DEFJ. Andersson7.01G
24🛡DEFO. Verdon
42🛡DEFS. Shishkov7.0
17🛡DEFSon7.21G2A
30MIDPedro Naressi7.11A
23MIDD. Duarte7.21G1A
8MIDM. Chouiar7.21A
18MIDI. Chochev7.511G2A
99MIDS. Ivanov
29FWDE. Bile7.33G3A

Substitutes

1(G)L. Vasilev
5(F)P. Tsenov
33(M)N. Stefanov
70(D)D. Georgiev

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Botev Vratsa have recorded 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 defeats. Ludogorets show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Botev Vratsa

WLDDDL

Ludogorets

WWWWDL

Head to Head

Botev Vratsa and Ludogorets have met 1 times — Botev Vratsa won 0, Ludogorets won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Ludogorets leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (0 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 0 matches (0%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–0 in 2025.

0

Botev Vratsa

0

Drawn

1

Ludogorets

Goals: 0Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (1)

30 Nov 2025Ludogorets2 – 0Botev Vratsa

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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