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Cska Sofia vs Etar Veliko Tarnovo

Stadion Bâlgarska Armija, Sofia14 March 2021 at 15:00

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Etar Veliko Tarnovo
Kick Off
23′Zdravko Iliev
Half Time
53′
AldaírK. Stanev
G. YomovB. Kwarema
60′
J. SinclairHenrique
61′
BusattoD. Evtimov
67′
76′Jose Angel Cordoba Chambers
78′
L. KneževićM. Angelov
GefersonM. Smolenski
80′
Bismark Charles Sie81′
85′
G. Missi MezuR. Ivey
85′
B. KatsarovY. Pehlivanov
88′Yani Pehlivanov
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal0
4Shots off Goal3
8Total Shots3
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls20
7Corner Kicks4
3Offsides3
63%Ball Possession37%
1Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.92, compared to — for Etar Veliko Tarnovo. 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 T. Vion (7.13), while Etar Veliko Tarnovo's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 6 defenders rated 7.13 on average, against Etar Veliko Tarnovo'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 2 midfielders averaging —, versus Etar Veliko Tarnovo'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 Etar Veliko Tarnovo 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 87% for CSKA Sofia and —% for Etar Veliko Tarnovo. 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 Etar Veliko Tarnovo. 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 33.5 (youngest: T. Vion (32), oldest: Busatto (35)), while Etar Veliko Tarnovo 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 5 league appearances each, versus 0 for Etar Veliko Tarnovo. 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 Sofia3-4-1-24-4-2Etar Veliko Tarnovo
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Busatto4Koch2Mattheij15Vion28Galabov3Geferson18Mazikou20Rodrigu.10Yomov24Sinclair30Caicedo1Ivanov84Iliev6Krachun.23Hubchev16Mechev22Knežević83Aldaír3Cordoba10Mezu44Katsarov99Borukov

Substitutes

Coach: B. Akrapović

Substitutes

Coach: A. Tomash

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthEtar Veliko Tarnovo
6.92
Avg Rating
6.70Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13Defender (6 v 3)
0G 0A0G 0A
CSKA Sofia3-4-1-2
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
4DefenderM. Koch
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
28DefenderP. Galabov
3DefenderGeferson
18DefenderB. Mazikou
20MidfielderTiago Rodrigues
10MidfielderG. Yomov
24ForwardJ. Sinclair
30ForwardJ. Caicedo
Etar Veliko Tarnovo4-4-2
1GoalkeeperH. Ivanov
84DefenderZ. Iliev
6DefenderP. Krachunov
3DefenderJ. Cordoba
23MidfielderH. Hubchev
16MidfielderS. Mechev
22MidfielderL. Knežević
83MidfielderAldaír
99MidfielderP. Borukov
10ForwardG. Missi Mezu
44ForwardB. Katsarov

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Etar Veliko Tarnovo 1:0. The match was played in First League 2020. Goals were scored by Henrique 61′. 4 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 63% possession while Etar Veliko Tarnovo held 37%. CSKA Sofia had 8 shots (4 on target) compared to 3 (0 on target) for Etar Veliko Tarnovo. CSKA Sofia made 4 substitutions, Etar Veliko Tarnovo made 4.

Rivalry since 2018

CSKA Sofia vs Etar Veliko Tarnovo Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
5
wins
Drawn
2
Etar Veliko Tarnovo
0
wins
Total goals
22 · 3.1/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
5/7 · 71%

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API data: 11 May 2026