13 April 2026 at 13:00

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia and Levski Sofia drew 1:1. The match was played in First League 2025. Goals were scored by J. Perea 71′, L. Godoy 90′. 2 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 56% possession while Levski Sofia held 44%. CSKA Sofia had 6 shots (2 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for Levski Sofia. Expected goals: CSKA Sofia 0.24 — Levski Sofia 1.35. CSKA Sofia made 3 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 4.

Match Events

Key match events between CSKA Sofia and Levski Sofia — 2 goals and 2 cards recorded during the match.

CSKA Sofia
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
Half Time
62′
A. NevesJ. Perea
A. PiedrahitaLeo Pereira
65′
71′
J. Perea

assist: C. Makoun

74′
G. KostadinovG. Trdin
74′
A. Oko-FlexM. Soula
A. MartinoL. Godoy
76′
P. PanayotovI. Solet
84′
87′
Everton BalaO. Kamdem
Full Time

Match Statistics

CSKA Sofia had 56% possession against Levski Sofia's 44%. CSKA Sofia registered 6 shots (2 on target) while Levski Sofia managed 7 (2 on target). Corner kicks: 5–5. Fouls committed: 16–10.

2Shots on Goal2
0Shots off Goal4
6Total Shots7
4Blocked Shots1
2Shots insidebox5
4Shots outsidebox2
16Fouls10
5Corner Kicks5
1Offsides0
56%Ball Possession44%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
326Total passes270
264Passes accurate217
81%Passes %80%
0.24expected_goals1.35
0goals_prevented0

Lineups

CSKA Sofia lined up in a 4-4-2 formation under Hristo Yanev, while Levski Sofia deployed a 4-4-2 under Julio Velazquez.

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.97, compared to 7.11 for Levski 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 F. Rodriguez (7.20), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is Everton Bala (7.54).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of CSKA Sofia have contributed 10 goals and 4 assists this season, led by I. Pittas (4G). Levski Sofia's starters account for 22 goals and 8 assists, spearheaded by Everton Bala (12G). 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 7.00 on average, against Levski Sofia's 4-man backline averaging 7.14. 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 6.95, versus Levski Sofia's 4 rated 7.04. 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 6.97, compared to 2 for Levski Sofia averaging 7.29. 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 81% for CSKA Sofia and 86% for Levski 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 21 yellow cards this season, compared to 22 for Levski 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 24.8 (youngest: P. Panayotov (20), oldest: I. Pittas (29)), while Levski Sofia average 26.5 (youngest: S. Vutsov (23), oldest: G. Kostadinov (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

CSKA Sofia's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 20 for Levski 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 Sofia4-4-24-4-2Levski Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
21Lapoukh.2Pastor14Ivanov32Rodrigu.17Martino11Brahimi10Ebong30Panayot.77Piedrah.99Eto'o28Pittas92Vutsov31Serafim.50Dimitrov6Vulikic4Makoun21Neves47Bouras70Kostadi.99Kirilov11Oko-Flex17Bala

Substitutes

Coach: Hristo Yanev

Substitutes

Coach: Julio Velazquez

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
6.97
Avg Rating
7.11
Goalkeeper (0 v 1)6.90
0G 0A
7.00Defender (4 v 4)7.14
0G 2A4G 0A
6.95Midfielder (6 v 4)7.04
6G 2A4G 6A
6.97Forward (1 v 2)7.29
4G 0A14G 2A
CSKA Sofia4-4-2
2DefenderPastor7.02A
14DefenderT. Ivanov6.9
32DefenderF. Rodriguez7.2
17DefenderA. Martino7.0
21MidfielderF. Lapoukhov
11MidfielderM. Brahimi6.91G1A
10MidfielderM. Ebong6.92G
30MidfielderP. Panayotov6.91G1A
77MidfielderA. Piedrahita7.12G
99MidfielderJ. Eto'o
28ForwardI. Pittas7.04G
Levski Sofia4-4-2
92GoalkeeperS. Vutsov6.9
31DefenderN. Serafimov7.01G
50DefenderK. Dimitrov7.22G
6DefenderS. Vulikic7.3
4DefenderC. Makoun7.01G
21MidfielderA. Neves7.02A
47MidfielderA. Bouras7.31G
70MidfielderG. Kostadinov6.81G
99MidfielderR. Kirilov6.92G4A
11ForwardA. Oko-Flex7.02G1A
17ForwardEverton Bala7.512G1A

Recent Form

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

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Levski Sofia

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CSKA Sofia vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Results

CSKA Sofia and Levski Sofia have met 1 times — CSKA Sofia won 1, Levski Sofia won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. CSKA Sofia leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 1 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 1.00 per match (1 for the home side, 0 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 0–1 in 2025.

1

CSKA Sofia

0

Drawn

0

Levski Sofia

Goals: 1Goals: 0

Recent Meetings (1)

8 Nov 2025Levski Sofia0 – 1CSKA Sofia
Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 19 Apr 2026