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Cska Sofia vs Ludogorets

Balgarska Armiya Stadium, Sofia6 December 2018 at 15:30
Referee: Nikolai Kolev

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Ludogorets
Kick Off
11′Cicinho
Ruben Pinto26′
29′
C. Keșerü
Half Time
Stanislav Manolev58′
K. Despodov
67′
Kristiyan Malinov69′
82′Marcelinho
89′Cicinho
89′Cicinho
Nikolay Bodurov90′
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal3
8Total Shots5
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
31Fouls18
3Corner Kicks3
2Offsides4
56%Ball Possession44%
5Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards1
1Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is —, compared to 7.05 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. CSKA Sofia's highest-rated starter is —, while Ludogorets's best-rated player is Anton Nedyalkov (7.05).

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against Ludogorets's 4-man backline averaging 7.05. 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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Ludogorets'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

CSKA Sofia start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Ludogorets 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 —% for CSKA Sofia and 85% 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

CSKA Sofia's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 6 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 CSKA Sofia's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while Ludogorets average 32.0 (youngest: Anton Nedyalkov (32), oldest: Anton Nedyalkov (32)). 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 0 league appearances each, versus 26 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.

CSKA Sofia4-2-3-14-2-3-1Ludogorets
GKDEFMIDFWD
30Černiau.11Manolev5Bodurov4Chorbad.3Geferson26Antov15Malinov19Despodov6Pinto8Gyasi9Maurides33Renan4Cicinho3Nedyalk.30Moți6Natanael44Góralski18Dyakov92Lukoki84Marceli.88Wanders.28Keșerü

Substitutes

Coach: N. El Maestro

Substitutes

Coach: Paulo Autuori

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthLudogorets
Avg Rating
7.05
Defender (5 v 4)7.05
0G 0A0G 2A
CSKA Sofia4-2-3-1
30GoalkeeperVytautas Černiauskas
11DefenderStanislav Manolev
5DefenderNikolay Bodurov
4DefenderBozhidar Chorbadzhiyski
3DefenderGeferson
26DefenderValentin Antov
15MidfielderKristiyan Malinov
6MidfielderRuben Pinto
8MidfielderEdwin Gyasi
19ForwardKiril Despodov
9ForwardMaurides
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
33GoalkeeperRenan
4DefenderCicinho
3DefenderAnton Nedyalkov7.02A
30DefenderCosmin Moți
6DefenderNatanael
44MidfielderJacek Góralski
18MidfielderSvetoslav Dyakov
84MidfielderMarcelinho
88MidfielderWanderson
92ForwardJody Lukoki
28ForwardClaudiu Keșerü

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia and Ludogorets drew 1:1. The match was played in First League 2018. Goals were scored by C. Keșerü 29′, K. Despodov 67′. 8 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. CSKA Sofia had 56% possession while Ludogorets held 44%. CSKA Sofia had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 5 (2 on target) for Ludogorets.

Rivalry since 2018

CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
6
wins
Drawn
11
Ludogorets
12
wins
Total goals
56 · 1.9/match
Both scored
10/29 · 34%
Over 2.5
11/29 · 38%

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