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Botev Plovdiv vs Levski Sofia

Komatevo Stadium, Plovdiv21 July 2018 at 18:45
Referee: Stanislav Todorov

Match Events

Botev Plovdiv
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
7′Davide Mariani
Daudet N'dongala31′
Half Time
47′Ivan Goranov
Christian Dimitrov51′
63′
A. BelmonteI. Naydenov
D. NDongalaV. Shopov
67′
68′
S. KostovI. Dimitrov
76′
I. NaydenovH. Eyjólfsson
S. YuseinR. Apostolov
84′
GustavoM. Georgiev
90+1′
90+3′
I. Dimitrov
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal6
2Shots off Goal5
4Total Shots11
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
14Fouls19
3Corner Kicks7
2Offsides3
50%Ball Possession50%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
5Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Botev Plovdiv is 6.88, compared to — 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. Botev Plovdiv's highest-rated starter is T. Nedelev (7.26), while Levski Sofia's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Botev Plovdiv have contributed 1 goals and 2 assists this season, led by T. Nedelev (1G). Levski Sofia's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Botev Plovdiv deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Levski Sofia's 4-man backline averaging —. 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

Botev Plovdiv field 7 midfielders averaging 6.88, versus Levski Sofia's 4 rated —. 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

Botev Plovdiv start 0 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Levski Sofia averaging —. 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 75% for Botev Plovdiv and —% 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

Botev Plovdiv's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 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 Botev Plovdiv's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: S. Petkov (30), oldest: T. Nedelev (32)), while Levski Sofia average — (youngest: —, oldest: —). 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

Botev Plovdiv's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 0 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.

Botev Plovdiv4-2-3-14-2-3-1Levski Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Kajzer23Minev28Filipov6Nichev5Dimitrov17Baltanov8Nedelev10Yusein29N'Donga.20Petkov93Gustavo1Polaček3Belaïd28Jablons.19Cvetkov.4Goranov13Gómez32Obertan8Mariani11Belmonte26Cabral29Kostov

Substitutes

Coach: N. Kirov

Substitutes

Coach: D. Rossi

Botev PlovdivPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
6.88
Avg Rating
6.88Midfielder (7 v 4)
1G 2A0G 0A
Botev Plovdiv4-2-3-1
22GoalkeeperD. Kajzer
23DefenderY. Minev
28DefenderF. Filipov
6DefenderK. Nichev
5MidfielderK. Dimitrov
17MidfielderL. Baltanov
8MidfielderT. Nedelev7.31G2A
10MidfielderS. Yusein
29MidfielderD. N'Dongala
20MidfielderS. Petkov6.5
93MidfielderGustavo
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperM. Polaček
3DefenderA. Belaïd
28DefenderD. Jablonský
19DefenderM. Cvetković
4DefenderI. Goranov
13MidfielderJordi Gómez
32MidfielderG. Obertan
8MidfielderD. Mariani
11MidfielderA. Belmonte
26ForwardJerson Cabral
29ForwardS. Kostov

Match Summary

Levski Sofia defeated Botev Plovdiv 1:0. The match was played in First League 2018. Goals were scored by I. Dimitrov 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Botev Plovdiv had 50% possession while Levski Sofia held 50%. Botev Plovdiv had 4 shots (2 on target) compared to 11 (6 on target) for Levski Sofia. Botev Plovdiv made 3 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

Botev Plovdiv vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Botev Plovdiv
5
wins
Drawn
5
Levski Sofia
11
wins
Total goals
52 · 2.5/match
Both scored
12/21 · 57%
Over 2.5
9/21 · 43%

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