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Pirin Blagoevgrad vs Cska Sofia

Stadion Hristo Botev, Blagoevgrad5 December 2021 at 14:45

Match Events

Pirin Blagoevgrad
CSKA Sofia
Kick Off
4′Karol Mets
Y. PopevH. Hubchev
18′
Half Time
Anton Karachanakov51′
63′
T. VionI. Turitsov
68′Bradley Mazikou
70′
K. Muhar
Stanislav Manolev74′
S. KostovP. Yordanov
77′
A. KarachanakovI. Tasev
78′
82′
GefersonT. Lam
82′
G. YomovY. Wildschut
85′
J. CaicedoK. Krastev
Nikolay Bodurov86′
M. BrahimiC. Henderson
88′
K. StanoevV. Bengyuzov
88′
S. Manolev
90+1′
Full Time

Match Statistics

1Shots on Goal4
3Shots off Goal7
4Total Shots11
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
8Fouls18
6Corner Kicks2
1Offsides3
36%Ball Possession64%
3Yellow Cards2
0Red Cards0
3Goalkeeper Saves0
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Pirin Blagoevgrad is —, compared to 6.92 for CSKA 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. Pirin Blagoevgrad's highest-rated starter is —, while CSKA Sofia's best-rated player is T. Vion (7.13).

Defensive Solidity

Pirin Blagoevgrad deploy 5 defenders rated — on average, against CSKA Sofia's 5-man backline averaging 7.13. 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

Pirin Blagoevgrad field 2 midfielders averaging —, versus CSKA 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

Pirin Blagoevgrad start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for CSKA 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 —% for Pirin Blagoevgrad and 87% for CSKA 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

Pirin Blagoevgrad's starters have collected 0 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for CSKA 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 Pirin Blagoevgrad's starting XI is — (youngest: —, oldest: —), while CSKA Sofia average 33.5 (youngest: T. Vion (32), oldest: Busatto (35)). 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

Pirin Blagoevgrad's starters average 0 league appearances each, versus 5 for CSKA 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.

Pirin Blagoevgrad4-2-3-14-3-3CSKA Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Hengelm.11Manolev5Bodurov6Popev3Zanev38Dyulger.18Dyakov71Karacha.31Stanoev29Kostov7Brahimi1Busatto20Mets2Mattheij15Vion3Geferson18Mazikou8Carey7Bai24Muhar10Yomov9Caicedo

Substitutes

Coach: R. Mitrevski

Substitutes

Coach: S. Mladenov

Pirin BlagoevgradPosition StrengthCSKA Sofia
Avg Rating
6.92
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (5 v 5)7.13
0G 0A0G 0A
Pirin Blagoevgrad4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperN. Hengelman
11DefenderS. Manolev
5DefenderN. Bodurov
6DefenderY. Popev
3DefenderP. Zanev
38DefenderA. Dyulgerov
18MidfielderS. Dyakov
31MidfielderK. Stanoev
71ForwardA. Karachanakov
29ForwardS. Kostov
7ForwardM. Brahimi
CSKA Sofia4-3-3
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
20DefenderK. Mets
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
3DefenderGeferson
18DefenderB. Mazikou
8MidfielderG. Carey
7MidfielderY. Bai
24MidfielderK. Muhar
10MidfielderG. Yomov
9ForwardJ. Caicedo

Match Summary

Pirin Blagoevgrad and CSKA Sofia drew 1:1. The match was played in First League 2021. Goals were scored by K. Muhar 70′, S. Manolev 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Pirin Blagoevgrad had 36% possession while CSKA Sofia held 64%. Pirin Blagoevgrad had 4 shots (1 on target) compared to 11 (4 on target) for CSKA Sofia. Pirin Blagoevgrad made 5 substitutions, CSKA Sofia made 4.

Rivalry since 2021

Pirin Blagoevgrad vs CSKA Sofia Head to Head Results

6 stretnutí
Pirin Blagoevgrad
1
wins
Drawn
0
CSKA Sofia
5
wins
Total goals
14 · 2.3/match
Both scored
4/6 · 67%
Over 2.5
4/6 · 67%

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