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Cska Sofia vs Levski Sofia

Stadion Bâlgarska Armija, Sofia26 September 2021 at 14:30
Referee: V. Chinkov

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
Levski Sofia
Kick Off
28′
G. Milanov
G. Carey
44′
Half Time
Karlo Muhar55′
Y. WildschutF. Varela
56′
J. Caicedo
65′
Jordy Caicedo67′
G. YomovY. Bai
69′
K. MuharA. Youga
69′
72′Radoslav Tsonev
74′
B. TsonevD. Kostadinov
80′
Z. DimitrovMarin Petkov
T. LamP. Galabov
83′
Ivan Turitsov84′
I. TuritsovK. Mets
84′
89′
G. MilanovJ. Cordoba
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal1
6Shots off Goal3
10Total Shots4
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
17Fouls14
8Corner Kicks3
0Offsides0
52%Ball Possession48%
3Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.72, compared to — for Levski Sofia. 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 Levski Sofia's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 5 defenders rated 6.75 on average, against Levski Sofia's 4-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 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Levski Sofia'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 Levski Sofia 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 85% for CSKA Sofia and —% for Levski Sofia. 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 2 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Levski Sofia. 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 30.5 (youngest: I. Turitsov (26), oldest: Busatto (35)), while Levski Sofia 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 12 league appearances each, versus 0 for Levski Sofia. 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 Sofia4-2-3-14-2-3-1Levski Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Busatto2Mattheij3Geferson18Mazikou19Turitsov8Carey29Lam24Muhar10Yomov30Wildsch.9Caicedo13Mihaylov4Goranov3Zajkov5Shelis91Mihajlo.7Milanov10Tsonev21Tsonev11Dimitrov19Bari89Kraev

Substitutes

Coach: S. Mladenov

Substitutes

Coach: S. Stoilov

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthLevski Sofia
6.72
Avg Rating
6.70Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
6.75Defender (5 v 4)
0G 1A0G 0A
CSKA Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
3DefenderGeferson
18DefenderB. Mazikou
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
29DefenderT. Lam
8MidfielderG. Carey
24MidfielderK. Muhar
10MidfielderG. Yomov
30ForwardY. Wildschut
9ForwardJ. Caicedo
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
13GoalkeeperN. Mihaylov
4DefenderI. Goranov
3DefenderG. Zajkov
5DefenderC. Shelis
91DefenderD. Mihajlovic
7MidfielderG. Milanov
10MidfielderB. Tsonev
21MidfielderR. Tsonev
89MidfielderA. Kraev
11ForwardZ. Dimitrov
19ForwardB. Bari

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Levski Sofia 2:1. The match was played in First League 2021. Goals were scored by G. Milanov 28′, G. Carey 44′, J. Caicedo 65′. 4 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia had 52% possession while Levski Sofia held 48%. CSKA Sofia had 10 shots (4 on target) compared to 4 (1 on target) for Levski Sofia. CSKA Sofia made 5 substitutions, Levski Sofia made 3.

Rivalry since 2018

CSKA Sofia vs Levski Sofia Head to Head Results

25 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
7
wins
Drawn
11
Levski Sofia
7
wins
Total goals
48 · 1.9/match
Both scored
8/25 · 32%
Over 2.5
6/25 · 24%

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