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Levski Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv

Vivacom Arena - Georgi Asparuhov, Sofia8 October 2022 at 18:00

Match Events

Levski Sofia
Botev Plovdiv
Kick Off
14′Antoine Baroan
I. Stefanov
22′
40′Viktor Genev
Half Time
J. PétrisA. Shehu
46′
46′
D. MertensM. Brahimi
53′Reda Rabeï
58′
R. HermanN. Minkov
58′
P. KonatéD. Tonev
G. MilanovA. Kraev
69′
Iliyan Stefanov75′
I. PopovM. Petkov
76′
77′
V. GenevM. Sekulić
77′
R. RabeïT. Nnadi
78′Martin Sekulić
Andrian Kraev79′
I. StefanovK. van der Kaap
88′
Shehu Abdullahi89′
89′Hidajet Hankić
Full Time

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Levski Sofia is 7.10, compared to — for Botev Plovdiv. 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. Levski Sofia's highest-rated starter is Tsunami (7.10), while Botev Plovdiv's best-rated player is —.

Defensive Solidity

Levski Sofia deploy 3 defenders rated 7.10 on average, against Botev Plovdiv's 5-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

Levski Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Botev Plovdiv'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

Levski Sofia start 3 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for Botev Plovdiv 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 91% for Levski Sofia and —% for Botev Plovdiv. 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.

Age & Experience

The average age of Levski Sofia's starting XI is 29.0 (youngest: Tsunami (29), oldest: Tsunami (29)), while Botev Plovdiv 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

Levski Sofia's starters average 9 league appearances each, versus 0 for Botev Plovdiv. 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.

Levski Sofia4-2-3-13-4-3Botev Plovdiv
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Andreev2Pétris23Sonko-S.33Córdoba6Tsunami30Krastev7Milanov18Ronaldo14Stefanov17Felipe10Popov13Hankič18Soupray.4Genev44Punčec2Herman6Mertens22Rabeï3Konaté10Toku11Baroan28Manu

Substitutes

Coach: S. Stoilov

Substitutes

Coach: Ž. Kopić

Levski SofiaPosition StrengthBotev Plovdiv
7.10
Avg Rating
7.10Defender (3 v 5)
0G 0A0G 0A
Levski Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperP. Andreev
23DefenderN. Sonko-Sundberg
33DefenderJ. Córdoba
6DefenderTsunami7.1
2MidfielderJ. Pétris
30MidfielderF. Krastev
7MidfielderG. Milanov
14MidfielderI. Stefanov
18ForwardRonaldo
17ForwardWelton Felipe
10ForwardI. Popov
Botev Plovdiv3-4-3
13GoalkeeperH. Hankič
18DefenderS. Souprayen
4DefenderV. Genev
44DefenderR. Punčec
2DefenderR. Herman
3DefenderP. Konaté
6MidfielderD. Mertens
22MidfielderR. Rabeï
10MidfielderE. Toku
11ForwardA. Baroan
28ForwardE. Manu

Match Summary

Levski Sofia defeated Botev Plovdiv 1:0. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by I. Stefanov 22′. 8 yellow cards were shown. Levski Sofia made 4 substitutions, Botev Plovdiv made 5.

Rivalry since 2018

Levski Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv Head to Head Results

21 stretnutí
Levski Sofia
11
wins
Drawn
5
Botev Plovdiv
5
wins
Total goals
52 · 2.5/match
Both scored
12/21 · 57%
Over 2.5
9/21 · 43%

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