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9 August 2025 at 18:15

First League · Season 2025
Referee: Volen Chinkov

Match Summary

Ludogorets defeated Slavia Sofia 3:0. The match was played in First League 2025. Goals were scored by I. Chochev 43′, E. Bile 55′, P. Stanic 83′. 1 yellow cards were shown. Slavia Sofia had 38% possession while Ludogorets held 62%. Slavia Sofia had 14 shots (3 on target) compared to 17 (9 on target) for Ludogorets. Expected goals: Slavia Sofia 0.93 — Ludogorets 2.44. Slavia Sofia made 5 substitutions, Ludogorets made 5.

Match Events

Key match events between Slavia Sofia and Ludogorets — 3 goals and 1 cards recorded during the match.

Slavia Sofia
Ludogorets
Kick Off
23′
J. AnderssonA. Nedyalkov
43′
I. Chochev

assist: M. Chouiar

Half Time
46′
Pedro NaressiP. Stanic
K. BalovR. Raychev
55′
E. StoevM. Dosso
55′
55′
E. Bile

assist: P. Stanic

60′
S. ShishkovF. Kaloc
60′
M. ChouiarErick Marcus
T. TasevV. Medved
77′
Y. GuermoucheM. Miletic
77′
77′
I. ChochevD. Almeida
83′
P. Stanic

assist: A. Nedyalkov

I. MinchevB. Todorov
87′
Full Time

Match Statistics

Slavia Sofia had 38% possession against Ludogorets's 62%. Slavia Sofia registered 14 shots (3 on target) while Ludogorets managed 17 (9 on target). Corner kicks: 4–4. Fouls committed: 8–7.

3Shots on Goal9
8Shots off Goal5
14Total Shots17
3Blocked Shots3
5Shots insidebox12
9Shots outsidebox5
8Fouls7
4Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
38%Ball Possession62%
1Yellow Cards0
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves3
339Total passes528
284Passes accurate468
84%Passes %89%
0.93expected_goals2.44
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

Slavia Sofia lined up in a — formation, while Ludogorets deployed a —.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Slavia Sofia is 6.83, compared to 7.23 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. Slavia Sofia's highest-rated starter is I. Andonov (7.12), while Ludogorets's best-rated player is Caio Vidal (8.03).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Slavia Sofia have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Y. Guermouche (3G). Ludogorets's starters account for 19 goals and 11 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

Slavia Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.74 on average, against Ludogorets's 4-man backline averaging 7.01. 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

Slavia Sofia field 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Ludogorets's 3 rated 7.26. 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

Slavia Sofia start 1 forward(s) averaging 6.93, compared to 3 for Ludogorets averaging 7.53. 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 Slavia Sofia and 86% 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

Slavia Sofia's starters have collected 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 14 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 Slavia Sofia's starting XI is 25.6 (youngest: M. Georgiev (21), oldest: I. Minchev (34)), while Ludogorets average 26.9 (youngest: S. Shishkov (19), oldest: S. Padt (35)). 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

Slavia Sofia's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 16 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.

Slavia SofiaPosition StrengthLudogorets
6.83
Avg Rating
7.23
7.12🧤 GK (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
6.74🛡 DEF (4 v 4)7.01
1G 1A2G 0A
6.79 MID (5 v 3)7.26
3G 5A12G 4A
6.93 FWD (1 v 3)7.53
3G 0A5G 7A
Slavia Sofia
99🧤GKI. Andonov7.1
87🛡DEFDiego
6🛡DEFM. Georgiev7.01A
24🛡DEFL. Marin6.81G
20🛡DEFJ. Semedo6.4
71MIDK. Stoyanov6.5
77MIDE. Stoev6.82G2A
18MIDK. Balov
73MIDI. Minchev7.01G3A
88MIDT. Tasev
10FWDY. Guermouche6.93G
Ludogorets
1🧤GKS. Padt6.9
2🛡DEFJ. Andersson7.01G
55🛡DEFI. Nachmias7.11G
24🛡DEFO. Verdon
42🛡DEFS. Shishkov7.0
18MIDI. Chochev7.511G2A
30MIDPedro Naressi7.11A
23MIDD. Duarte7.21G1A
8FWDM. Chouiar7.21A
29FWDE. Bile7.33G3A
11FWDCaio Vidal8.02G3A

Substitutes

1(G)G. Petkov
15(D)A. Varganov
2T. Chung Chan

Recent Form

In their last 6 matches, Slavia Sofia have recorded 2 wins, 0 draws and 4 defeats. Ludogorets show 4 wins, 1 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.

Slavia Sofia

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Ludogorets

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Head to Head

Slavia Sofia and Ludogorets have met 1 times — Slavia Sofia won 0, Ludogorets won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 2 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 2.00 per match (1 for the home side, 1 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). 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

Slavia Sofia

1

Drawn

0

Ludogorets

Goals: 1Goals: 1

Recent Meetings (1)

8 Dec 2025Ludogorets1 – 1Slavia Sofia

API data: 15 Mar 2026

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