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Cska Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali

Stadion Bâlgarska Armija, Sofia18 August 2019 at 16:00

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Arda Kardzhali
Kick Off
T. Watt
15′
19′
R. Vasilev
33′Plamen Krumov
Half Time
49′Emil Martinov
57′Deyan Lozev
60′
S. DelevA. Georgiev
60′
João AmorimV. Bengyuzov
V. Solomon-OtaborA. Sowe
63′
63′
73′
R. VasilevS. Elisha
EvandroG. Carey
80′
T. WattD. Fabbrini
88′
A. Sowe
89′
Vytautas Cerniauskas90′
90′Elisha Sam
90+1′
I. Kokonov
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal5
5Shots off Goal2
13Total Shots7
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls16
8Corner Kicks4
1Offsides1
64%Ball Possession36%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.75, compared to — for Arda Kardzhali. 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 I. Turitsov (6.75), while Arda Kardzhali's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 4 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Arda Kardzhali's 3-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

CSKA Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Arda Kardzhali's 5 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 Arda Kardzhali 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 —% for Arda Kardzhali. 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 0 for Arda Kardzhali. 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: I. Turitsov (26), oldest: I. Turitsov (26)), while Arda Kardzhali 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

CSKA Sofia's starters average 18 league appearances each, versus 0 for Arda Kardzhali. 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 Sofia4-1-2-34-4-2Arda Kardzhali
GKDEFMIDFWD
30Černiau.11Zanev25Albento.3Geferson19Turitsov15Malinov20Rodrigu.14Solomon.16Bikel9Watt10Evandro1Karadzh.71Krumov5Gajić30Amorim12Glishikj27Martinov8Hovsepy.20Lozev15Delev99Vasilev17Kokonov

Substitutes

Coach: L. Petrović

Substitutes

Coach: S. Belchev

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthArda Kardzhali
6.75
Avg Rating
6.75Defender (4 v 3)
0G 1A0G 0A
CSKA Sofia4-1-2-3
30GoalkeeperV. Černiauskas
11DefenderP. Zanev
25DefenderAlbentosa
3DefenderGeferson
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
15MidfielderK. Malinov
20MidfielderTiago Rodrigues
14MidfielderV. Solomon-Otabor
16MidfielderJanio Bikel
9ForwardT. Watt
10ForwardEvandro
Arda Kardzhali4-4-2
1GoalkeeperI. Karadzhov
71DefenderP. Krumov
5DefenderZ. Gajić
12DefenderD. Glishikj
30MidfielderJoão Amorim
27MidfielderE. Martinov
8MidfielderR. Hovsepyan
20MidfielderD. Lozev
17MidfielderI. Kokonov
15ForwardS. Delev
99ForwardR. Vasilev

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Arda Kardzhali 3:2. The match was played in First League 2019. Goals were scored by T. Watt 15′, R. Vasilev 19′, Evandro 63′, A. Sowe 89′, I. Kokonov 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 64% possession while Arda Kardzhali held 36%. CSKA Sofia had 13 shots (8 on target) compared to 7 (5 on target) for Arda Kardzhali. CSKA Sofia made 3 substitutions, Arda Kardzhali made 3.

Rivalry since 2019

CSKA Sofia vs Arda Kardzhali Head to Head Results

19 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
12
wins
Drawn
5
Arda Kardzhali
2
wins
Total goals
42 · 2.2/match
Both scored
9/19 · 47%
Over 2.5
8/19 · 42%

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Arda Kardzhali

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Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

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