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Septemvri Sofia vs Botev Vratsa

Bistritsa Stadium, Bistritsa13 August 2018 at 18:30
Referee: Nikola Popov

Match Events

Septemvri Sofia
Botev Vratsa
Kick Off
5′
G. Stoichkov

Own Goal

Boris Galchev29′
43′
D. GadzhevI. Mihaylov
Half Time
M. BudinovI. Baidoo
46′
69′Spas Georgiev
73′Ventsislav Kerchev
A. ChandarovI. Tilev
73′
75′
P. Atanasov
V. DobrevV. Nikolov
77′
Alexandru Benga79′
88′
E. StoevG. Valchev
90+3′
V. DomovchiyskiM. Milchev
B. Galchev

Penalty

90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal5
6Shots off Goal5
8Total Shots10
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
10Fouls27
4Corner Kicks0
2Offsides5
61%Ball Possession39%
2Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves1
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Septemvri Sofia is —, compared to 6.20 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. Septemvri Sofia's highest-rated starter is —, while Botev Vratsa's best-rated player is S. Georgiev (6.20).

Defensive Solidity

Septemvri Sofia deploy 3 defenders rated — on average, against Botev Vratsa's 2-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

Septemvri Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Botev Vratsa'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

Septemvri Sofia start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 4 for Botev Vratsa averaging 6.20. 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 Septemvri Sofia and 63% for Botev Vratsa. 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Septemvri Sofia's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Botev Vratsa average 33.0 (youngest: S. Georgiev (33), oldest: S. Georgiev (33)). 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

Septemvri Sofia's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 1 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.

Septemvri Sofia4-2-3-14-1-4-1Botev Vratsa
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Galev6Benga22Stoichk.26Fabiano8Galchev9Budinov10Chandar.15Dobrev13Dimitrov19Gadi24Georgiev33Kostov58Fidanin26Ivanov37Kerchev6Gadzhev17Georgiev10Atanasov88Apostol.71Stoev30Domovch.11Vasev

Substitutes

Coach: N. Mitov

Substitutes

Coach: S. Dramov

Septemvri SofiaPosition StrengthBotev Vratsa
Avg Rating
6.20
Forward (3 v 4)6.20
0G 0A0G 0A
Septemvri Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperV. Galev
6DefenderA. Benga
22DefenderG. Stoichkov
15DefenderV. Dobrev
26MidfielderFabiano
8MidfielderB. Galchev
10MidfielderA. Chandarov
13MidfielderZ. Dimitrov
9ForwardM. Budinov
19ForwardC. Gadi
24ForwardA. Georgiev
Botev Vratsa4-1-4-1
33GoalkeeperK. Kostov
58DefenderA. Fidanin
37DefenderV. Kerchev
26MidfielderM. Ivanov
6MidfielderD. Gadzhev
88MidfielderY. Apostolov
71MidfielderE. Stoev
17ForwardS. Georgiev6.2
10ForwardP. Atanasov
30ForwardV. Domovchiyski
11ForwardA. Vasev

Match Summary

Botev Vratsa defeated Septemvri Sofia 2:1. The match was played in First League 2018. Goals were scored by G. Stoichkov 5′ (o.g.), P. Atanasov 75′, B. Galchev 90′ (pen.). 4 yellow cards were shown. Septemvri Sofia had 61% possession while Botev Vratsa held 39%. Septemvri Sofia had 8 shots (2 on target) compared to 10 (5 on target) for Botev Vratsa. Septemvri Sofia made 3 substitutions, Botev Vratsa made 3.

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Septemvri Sofia vs Botev Vratsa Head to Head Results

12 stretnutí
Septemvri Sofia
1
wins
Drawn
6
Botev Vratsa
5
wins
Total goals
28 · 2.3/match
Both scored
7/12 · 58%
Over 2.5
5/12 · 42%

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