21 February 2026 at 15:30

Referee: G. Stoyanov
Stadium: National Stadium Vasil Levski, Sofia

Match Events

Key match events between CSKA Sofia and Slavia Sofia — 1 goals and 4 cards recorded during the match.

CSKA Sofia
Slavia Sofia
Kick Off
Half Time
I. SoletP. Panayotov
54′
L. GodoyI. Pittas
62′
Leo PereiraA. Piedrahita
62′
A. Piedrahita

assist: P. Panayotov

82′
A. YordanovPastor
85′
M. BrahimiI. Iliev
85′
87′
E. StoevM. Miletic
87′
I. MinchevR. Raychev
87′
I. StefanovE. Gogev
Full Time

Match Statistics

CSKA Sofia had 61% possession against Slavia Sofia's 39%. CSKA Sofia registered 16 shots (8 on target) while Slavia Sofia managed 5 (0 on target). Corner kicks: 7–0. Fouls committed: 14–14.

8Shots on Goal0
5Shots off Goal4
16Total Shots5
3Blocked Shots1
7Shots insidebox2
9Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls14
7Corner Kicks0
0Offsides1
61%Ball Possession39%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves7
423Total passes241
327Passes accurate155
77%Passes %64%
1.54expected_goals0.18
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

CSKA Sofia lined up in a 4-1-4-1 formation under Hristo Yanev, while Slavia Sofia deployed a 4-2-3-1 under Ratko Dostanic.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.96, compared to 6.90 for Slavia Sofia. 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. Godoy (7.29), while Slavia Sofia's best-rated player is L. Ntumba (7.45).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of CSKA Sofia have contributed 16 goals and 5 assists this season, led by L. Godoy (9G). Slavia Sofia's starters account for 15 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Y. Guermouche (5G). 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 6.91 on average, against Slavia Sofia's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. 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 6 midfielders averaging 6.93, versus Slavia Sofia's 5 rated 6.85. 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 7.29, compared to 1 for Slavia Sofia averaging 6.99. 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 78% for CSKA Sofia and 77% for Slavia Sofia. 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 28 yellow cards this season, compared to 32 for Slavia Sofia. 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 25.0 (youngest: T. Ivanov (21), oldest: B. Jordao (27)), while Slavia Sofia average 27.1 (youngest: J. Semedo (22), oldest: I. Minchev (34)). 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 26 for Slavia Sofia. 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 Sofia4-1-4-14-2-3-1Slavia Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
21Lapoukh.19Turitsov5Dellova14Ivanov3Yordanov6Jordao11Brahimi10Ebong94Solet38Pereira9Godoy12Ntumba87Diego4Savic24Marin20Semedo73Minchev11Dosso77Stoev13Stefanov18Balov10Guermou.

Substitutes

Coach: Hristo Yanev

Substitutes

Coach: Ratko Dostanic

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthSlavia Sofia
6.96
Avg Rating
6.90
Goalkeeper (0 v 1)7.45
0G 0A
6.91Defender (4 v 4)6.79
1G 1A1G 0A
6.93Midfielder (6 v 5)6.85
6G 3A9G 7A
7.29Forward (1 v 1)6.99
9G 1A5G 1A
CSKA Sofia4-1-4-1
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
5DefenderL. Dellova7.21G
14DefenderT. Ivanov6.9
3DefenderA. Yordanov6.8
21MidfielderF. Lapoukhov
6MidfielderB. Jordao7.21G
11MidfielderM. Brahimi6.91G1A
10MidfielderM. Ebong6.92G
94MidfielderI. Solet6.61A
38MidfielderLeo Pereira7.02G1A
9ForwardL. Godoy7.39G1A
Slavia Sofia4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperL. Ntumba7.5
87DefenderDiego6.7
4DefenderN. Savic7.2
24DefenderL. Marin6.81G
20DefenderJ. Semedo6.5
73MidfielderI. Minchev7.13G4A
11MidfielderM. Dosso6.71A
77MidfielderE. Stoev6.84G2A
13MidfielderI. Stefanov6.82G
18MidfielderK. Balov
10ForwardY. Guermouche7.05G1A

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Slavia Sofia 1:0. The match was played in First League 2025. Goals were scored by A. Piedrahita 82′. 4 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 61% possession while Slavia Sofia held 39%. CSKA Sofia had 16 shots (8 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for Slavia Sofia. Expected goals: CSKA Sofia 1.54 — Slavia Sofia 0.18. CSKA Sofia made 5 substitutions, Slavia Sofia made 3.

CSKA Sofia vs Slavia Sofia Head to Head Results

CSKA Sofia and Slavia Sofia have met 1 times — CSKA Sofia won 0, Slavia Sofia won 0, with 1 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. A combined 4 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 4.00 per match (2 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 2–2 in 2025.

0

CSKA Sofia

1

Drawn

0

Slavia Sofia

Goals: 2Goals: 2

Recent Meetings (1)

30 Aug 2025Slavia Sofia2 – 2CSKA Sofia

Recent Form

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

CSKA Sofia

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Slavia Sofia

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 15 Mar 2026