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Cska Sofia vs Ludogorets

Balgarska Armiya Stadium, Sofia11 May 2019 at 18:15
Referee: Georgi Kabakov

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Ludogorets
Kick Off
Ali Sowe

Missed Penalty

8′
18′Jakub Świerczok
37′
WandersonAdrian Popa
42′Svetoslav Dyakov
Half Time
Edwin GyasiJorginho
58′
Kristiyan Malinov64′
Evandro Da SilvaHenrique
72′
73′
Jakub ŚwierczokClaudiu Keșerü
Ruben PintoValentin Antov
78′
83′Jody Lukoki
84′
Jody LukokiStanislav Manolev
Kristiyan Malinov90′
Kristiyan Malinov90′
90′Svetoslav Dyakov
90′Svetoslav Dyakov
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal2
3Shots off Goal0
4Total Shots2
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
16Fouls18
11Corner Kicks4
1Offsides4
59%Ball Possession41%
2Yellow Cards3
1Red Cards1
2Goalkeeper Saves1
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.75, 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 Ivan Turitsov (6.75), while Ludogorets's best-rated player is Anton Nedyalkov (7.05).

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 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 4 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 75% 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 1 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 26.0 (youngest: Ivan Turitsov (26), oldest: Ivan Turitsov (26)), 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 18 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 Sofia4-1-4-14-2-3-1Ludogorets
GKDEFMIDFWD
30Černiau.19Turitsov4Chorbad.24Tomas3Geferson16Bikel8Gyasi15Malinov6Pinto10Silva22Sowe23Iliev4Cicinho30Moți21Grigore3Nedyalk.12Abel18Dyakov92Lukoki84Marceli.88Wanders.70Świercz.

Substitutes

Coach: N. El Maestro

Substitutes

Coach: Paulo Autuori

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthLudogorets
6.75
Avg Rating
7.05
6.75Defender (4 v 4)7.05
0G 1A0G 2A
CSKA Sofia4-1-4-1
30GoalkeeperVytautas Černiauskas
19DefenderIvan Turitsov6.81A
4DefenderBozhidar Chorbadzhiyski
24DefenderNuno Tomas
3DefenderGeferson
16MidfielderJanio Bikel
8MidfielderEdwin Gyasi
15MidfielderKristiyan Malinov
6MidfielderRuben Pinto
10ForwardEvandro Da Silva
22ForwardAli Sowe
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
23GoalkeeperPlamen Iliev
4DefenderCicinho
30DefenderCosmin Moți
21DefenderDragoş Grigore
3DefenderAnton Nedyalkov7.02A
12MidfielderAnicet Abel
18MidfielderSvetoslav Dyakov
84MidfielderMarcelinho
88MidfielderWanderson
92ForwardJody Lukoki
70ForwardJakub Świerczok

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia and Ludogorets drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2018. Goals were scored by Ali Sowe 8′. 7 yellow cards were shown, 2 red cards. CSKA Sofia had 59% possession while Ludogorets held 41%. CSKA Sofia had 4 shots (1 on target) compared to 2 (2 on target) for Ludogorets. CSKA Sofia made 3 substitutions, Ludogorets made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

CSKA Sofia vs Ludogorets Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
6
wins
Drawn
11
Ludogorets
12
wins
Total goals
58 · 2.0/match
Both scored
11/29 · 38%
Over 2.5
11/29 · 38%

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