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8 August 2025 at 18:15

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First League · Season 2025
Referee: Nikola Popov

Match Summary

Montana and Botev Vratsa drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2025. 5 yellow cards were shown. Montana had 49% possession while Botev Vratsa held 51%. Montana had 7 shots (0 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for Botev Vratsa. Expected goals: Montana 0.51 — Botev Vratsa 2.37. Montana made 4 substitutions, Botev Vratsa made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between Montana and Botev Vratsa — 0 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.

Montana
Botev Vratsa
Kick Off
Half Time
A. TodorovV. Dobrev
56′
57′
A. StoyanovD. Suarez
67′
V. NaydenovJ. Gallegos
68′
A. SoudaR. Ivey
I. IliadisT. Azevedo
69′
B. DimitrovV. Tsekov Dimitrov
82′
I. KokonovP. Atanasov
82′
90′
M. SmolenskiB. Penchev
Full Time

Match Statistics

Montana had 49% possession against Botev Vratsa's 51%. Montana registered 7 shots (0 on target) while Botev Vratsa managed 13 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 5–6. Fouls committed: 14–15.

0Shots on Goal5
3Shots off Goal4
7Total Shots13
3Blocked Shots4
2Shots insidebox7
5Shots outsidebox6
14Fouls15
5Corner Kicks6
0Offsides0
49%Ball Possession51%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves0
347Total passes354
260Passes accurate273
75%Passes %77%
0.51expected_goals2.37
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

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

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Montana is 6.58, compared to 6.78 for Botev Vratsa. 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. Montana's highest-rated starter is V. Simeonov (6.73), while Botev Vratsa's best-rated player is D. Evtimov (6.98).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Montana have contributed 4 goals and 2 assists this season, led by B. Dimitrov (3G). Botev Vratsa's starters account for 3 goals and 3 assists, spearheaded by A. Kabashi (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Montana deploy 4 defenders rated 6.46 on average, against Botev Vratsa's 5-man backline averaging 6.73. 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

Montana field 5 midfielders averaging 6.63, versus Botev Vratsa's 4 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

Montana start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.58, compared to 1 for Botev Vratsa averaging 6.70. 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

Montana's starters have collected 19 yellow cards this season, compared to 34 for Botev Vratsa. 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 Montana's starting XI is 25.9 (youngest: B. Dimitrov (21), oldest: I. Kokonov (34)), while Botev Vratsa average 27.5 (youngest: A. Stoyanov (20), oldest: D. Genov (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

Montana's starters average 17 league appearances each, versus 17 for Botev Vratsa. 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.

MontanaPosition StrengthBotev Vratsa
6.58
Avg Rating
6.78
6.73🧤 GK (1 v 1)6.98
0G 0A0G 0A
6.46🛡 DEF (4 v 5)6.73
0G 1A1G 0A
6.63 MID (5 v 4)6.80
1G 1A2G 3A
6.58 FWD (1 v 1)6.70
3G 0A0G 0A
Montana
30🧤GKV. Simeonov6.7
15🛡DEFC. Acheampong6.3
5🛡DEFM. Mihaylov6.61A
4🛡DEFN. Borisov6.5
25🛡DEFS. James
18MIDK. Iliev
10MIDA. Todorov6.6
23MIDA. Tungarov6.71A
3MIDI. Iliadis
17MIDI. Kokonov6.61G
7FWDB. Dimitrov6.63G
Botev Vratsa
25🧤GKD. Evtimov7.0
2🛡DEFN. Vlajkovic6.4
36🛡DEFM. Stoev6.8
4🛡DEFA. Kabashi7.01G
11🛡DEFM. Achkov6.9
32🛡DEFM. Dichev6.6
97MIDV. Naydenov6.71A
8MIDA. Stoyanov6.81G
24MIDM. Smolenski7.01A
9MIDD. Genov6.81G1A
20FWDA. Souda6.7

Substitutes

Substitutes

1(G)L. Vasilev
6(M)D. Suarez
70(D)D. Georgiev
14(M)R. Ivey
5(F)P. Tsenov
17(M)J. Gallegos

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Montana have recorded 0 wins, 1 draws and 5 defeats. Botev Vratsa show 1 wins, 3 draws and 2 losses from their last 6 outings.

Montana

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Botev Vratsa

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Head to Head

Montana and Botev Vratsa have met 2 times — Montana won 0, Botev Vratsa won 0, with 2 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (50%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 0 games (0%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 1–1 in 2025.

0

Montana

2

Drawn

0

Botev Vratsa

Goals: 1Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (2)

9 Dec 2025Botev Vratsa0 – 0Montana
25 Jan 2025Botev Vratsa1 – 1Montana

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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