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9 August 2025 at 16:00

First League · Season 2025

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia and Cherno More Varna drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2025. 5 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 59% possession while Cherno More Varna held 41%. CSKA Sofia had 15 shots (2 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for Cherno More Varna. Expected goals: CSKA Sofia 0.46 — Cherno More Varna 0.59. CSKA Sofia made 3 substitutions, Cherno More Varna made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between CSKA Sofia and Cherno More Varna — 0 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

CSKA Sofia
Cherno More Varna
Kick Off
Half Time
46′
N. ZlatevA. Donchev
61′
A. ChandarovG. Lazarov
61′
C. SidneyGustavo Franca
I. IlievJ. Lokilo
69′
72′
Joao PedroPhellipe
O. SkarsemI. Tasev
76′
78′Phellipe Cardoso Araujo
PastorG. B. Chorbadzhiyski
82′
90+2′
D. TelesR. Stefanov
Full Time

Match Statistics

CSKA Sofia had 59% possession against Cherno More Varna's 41%. CSKA Sofia registered 15 shots (2 on target) while Cherno More Varna managed 5 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 4–2. Fouls committed: 12–13.

2Shots on Goal0
9Shots off Goal3
15Total Shots5
4Blocked Shots2
6Shots insidebox2
9Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls13
4Corner Kicks2
0Offsides1
59%Ball Possession41%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves2
406Total passes266
332Passes accurate192
82%Passes %72%
0.46expected_goals0.59
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

CSKA Sofia lined up in a — formation, while Cherno More Varna deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.94, compared to 6.89 for Cherno More 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 L. Dellova (7.14), while Cherno More Varna's best-rated player is P. Iliev (7.19).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of CSKA Sofia have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by I. Pittas (3G). Cherno More Varna's starters account for 8 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by N. Zlatev (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

CSKA Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.96 on average, against Cherno More Varna's 3-man backline averaging 6.92. 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 6.95, versus Cherno More Varna's 5 rated 6.80. 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 2 for Cherno More Varna averaging 6.88. 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 58% for CSKA Sofia and 46% for Cherno More 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 17 yellow cards this season, compared to 26 for Cherno More 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 27.2 (youngest: S. Sanyang (22), oldest: G. Busatto (35)), while Cherno More Varna average 29.6 (youngest: N. Zlatev (21), oldest: T. Panov (36)). 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 16 league appearances each, versus 20 for Cherno More 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.

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthCherno More Varna
6.94
Avg Rating
6.89
6.70🧤 GK (1 v 1)7.19
0G 0A0G 0A
6.96🛡 DEF (4 v 3)6.92
1G 1A0G 0A
6.95 MID (5 v 5)6.80
1G 2A5G 2A
7.04 FWD (1 v 2)6.88
3G 0A3G 1A
CSKA Sofia
1🧤GKG. Busatto6.7
19🛡DEFI. Turitsov6.81A
4🛡DEFA. Lapena6.9
5🛡DEFL. Dellova7.11G
3🛡DEFS. Sanyang7.1
99MIDJ. Eto'o
8MIDD. Seger7.0
2MIDPastor7.02A
73MIDI. Iliev
7MIDO. Skarsem6.91G
28FWDI. Pittas7.03G
Cherno More Varna
33🧤GKP. Iliev7.2
2🛡DEFT. Panov6.6
3🛡DEFZ. Atanasov7.0
28🛡DEFV. Drobarov7.1
15MIDD. Martin
11MIDJoao Pedro6.81G
71MIDV. Panayotov6.81G1A
24MIDD. Teles6.81A
39MIDN. Zlatev6.83G
10FWDA. Chandarov6.91G1A
77FWDC. Sidney6.92G

Substitutes

Substitutes

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, CSKA Sofia have recorded 5 wins, 0 draws and 1 defeats. Cherno More Varna show 1 wins, 4 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

CSKA Sofia

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Cherno More Varna

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Head to Head

CSKA Sofia and Cherno More Varna have met 1 times — CSKA Sofia won 0, Cherno More Varna won 1, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Cherno More Varna 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.

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CSKA Sofia

0

Drawn

1

Cherno More Varna

Goals: 0Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (1)

6 Dec 2025Cherno More Varna2 – 0CSKA Sofia

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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