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Cherno More Varna vs Cska Sofia

Stadion Ticha, Varna22 May 2022 at 18:30

Match Events

Cherno More Varna
CSKA Sofia
Kick Off
Zakaria Benchaa32′
36′Menno Koch
44′Ivan Turitsov
Nikolay Zlatev45+1′
Half Time
46′
T. LamY. Wildschut
Evgeniy Serdyuk47′
54′
T. VionF. Varela
59′
B. MorenoGarcez
JekaV. Vasilev
62′
Z. BenchaâM. Coureur
62′
M. MilushevD. Angelov
69′
V. PopovM. Dichev
75′
N. ZlatevK. Georgiev
75′
77′
I. TuritsovC. Nzila
84′Yohan Bai
90+5′Menno Koch
90+5′Menno Koch
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
2Shots off Goal5
7Total Shots7
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
13Fouls13
6Corner Kicks2
2Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
3Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
2Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Cherno More Varna is 6.86, compared to 6.94 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. Cherno More Varna's highest-rated starter is V. Drobarov (7.06), while CSKA Sofia's best-rated player is T. Vion (7.13).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Cherno More Varna have contributed 3 goals and 1 assists this season, led by N. Zlatev (3G). CSKA Sofia's starters account for 0 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Cherno More Varna deploy 4 defenders rated 6.92 on average, against CSKA Sofia's 6-man backline averaging 6.94. 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

Cherno More Varna field 3 midfielders averaging 6.78, versus CSKA Sofia's 3 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

Cherno More Varna 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 76% for Cherno More Varna and 78% 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

Cherno More Varna's starters have collected 18 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 Cherno More Varna's starting XI is 29.4 (youngest: N. Zlatev (21), oldest: T. Panov (36)), while CSKA Sofia average 29.0 (youngest: I. Turitsov (26), oldest: T. Vion (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

Cherno More Varna's starters average 24 league appearances each, versus 11 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.

Cherno More Varna4-2-3-14-2-3-1CSKA Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Dyulger.2Panov3Atanasov28Drobarov6Popov77Velev18Milushev31Benchaâ8Soula9Jeka39Zlatev25Evtimov4Koch15Vion3Geferson19Turitsov8Carey29Lam7Bai14Krastev28Moreno16Donchev

Substitutes

Coach: I. Iliev

Substitutes

Coach: A. Pardew

Cherno More VarnaPosition StrengthCSKA Sofia
6.86
Avg Rating
6.94
6.92Defender (4 v 6)6.94
0G 0A0G 1A
6.78Midfielder (3 v 3)
3G 1A0G 0A
Cherno More Varna4-2-3-1
25GoalkeeperI. Dyulgerov
2DefenderT. Panov6.7
3DefenderZ. Atanasov7.0
28DefenderV. Drobarov7.1
6DefenderV. Popov
77MidfielderS. Velev
18MidfielderM. Milushev6.71A
39MidfielderN. Zlatev6.93G
31ForwardZ. Benchaâ
8ForwardM. Soula
9ForwardJeka
CSKA Sofia4-2-3-1
25GoalkeeperD. Evtimov
4DefenderM. Koch
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
3DefenderGeferson
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
29DefenderT. Lam
16DefenderA. Donchev
8MidfielderG. Carey
7MidfielderY. Bai
28MidfielderB. Moreno
14ForwardK. Krastev

Match Summary

Cherno More Varna and CSKA Sofia drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2021. 7 yellow cards were shown, 1 red cards. Cherno More Varna had 55% possession while CSKA Sofia held 45%. Cherno More Varna had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 7 (2 on target) for CSKA Sofia. Cherno More Varna made 5 substitutions, CSKA Sofia made 4.

Rivalry since 2018

Cherno More Varna vs CSKA Sofia Head to Head Results

24 stretnutí
Cherno More Varna
6
wins
Drawn
6
CSKA Sofia
12
wins
Total goals
46 · 1.9/match
Both scored
9/24 · 38%
Over 2.5
6/24 · 25%

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