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Ludogorets vs Slavia Sofia

Huvepharma Arena, Razgrad19 February 2023 at 15:45
Referee: N. Popov

Match Events

Ludogorets
Slavia Sofia
Kick Off
S. Delev
18′
Half Time
ThiagoM. Tissera
46′
K. DespodovB. Tekpetey
46′
53′Darko Tasevski
57′
E. DostV. Nikolov
57′
D. TasevskiN. Gassama
D. YankovNonato
68′
ShowPedro Naressi
68′
75′
T. Tasev

Penalty

77′Vladimir Nikolov
78′Kristian Dobrev
A. WitryPipa
78′
81′
K. DobrevR. Raychev
87′
V. JelenkovićV. Petrov
88′Valentin Petrov
90+3′
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal2
4Shots off Goal1
11Total Shots4
2Blocked Shots1
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls14
6Corner Kicks7
2Offsides2
55%Ball Possession45%
1Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves3
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Ludogorets is 7.07, compared to 6.87 for Slavia 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. Ludogorets's highest-rated starter is O. Verdon (7.26), while Slavia Sofia's best-rated player is T. Tasev (7.03).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Ludogorets have contributed 2 goals and 2 assists this season, led by O. Verdon (2G). Slavia Sofia's starters account for 1 goals and 1 assists, spearheaded by T. Tasev (1G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Ludogorets deploy 4 defenders rated 7.15 on average, against Slavia Sofia'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

Ludogorets field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus Slavia Sofia's 4 rated 6.70. 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

Ludogorets start 2 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 3 for Slavia Sofia averaging 7.03. 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 89% for Ludogorets and 72% for Slavia 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

Ludogorets's starters have collected 10 yellow cards this season, compared to 1 for Slavia 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 Ludogorets's starting XI is 32.3 (youngest: O. Verdon (30), oldest: S. Padt (35)), while Slavia Sofia average 25.5 (youngest: C. Nguyen-Do (20), oldest: T. Tasev (31)). 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

Ludogorets's starters average 20 league appearances each, versus 4 for Slavia 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.

Ludogorets4-2-3-14-1-4-1Slavia Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Padt32Plastun16Witry24Verdon3Nedyalk.23Show5Terziev11Despodov64Yankov9Thiago90Delev21Vutsov3Tombak23Viyachki5Jelenko.4Soares17Dost11Dobrev22Tasevski19Nguyen-.88Tasev9Ahmedov

Substitutes

Coach: A. Šimundža

Substitutes

Coach: Z. Zagorčić

LudogoretsPosition StrengthSlavia Sofia
7.07
Avg Rating
6.87
6.89Goalkeeper (1 v 1)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.15Defender (4 v 3)
2G 2A0G 0A
Midfielder (4 v 4)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Forward (2 v 3)7.03
0G 0A1G 1A
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Padt6.9
32DefenderI. Plastun
16DefenderA. Witry
24DefenderO. Verdon7.32G
3DefenderA. Nedyalkov7.02A
23MidfielderShow
5MidfielderG. Terziev
11MidfielderK. Despodov
64MidfielderD. Yankov
9ForwardThiago
90ForwardS. Delev
Slavia Sofia4-1-4-1
21GoalkeeperS. Vutsov
3DefenderE. Tombak
23DefenderE. Viyachki
4DefenderLudovic Soares
5MidfielderV. Jelenković
17MidfielderE. Dost
22MidfielderD. Tasevski
19MidfielderC. Nguyen-Do6.7
11ForwardK. Dobrev
88ForwardT. Tasev7.01G1A
9ForwardA. Ahmedov

Match Summary

Ludogorets defeated Slavia Sofia 2:1. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by S. Delev 18′, T. Tasev 75′ (pen.), Nonato 90′. 6 yellow cards were shown. Ludogorets had 55% possession while Slavia Sofia held 45%. Ludogorets had 11 shots (5 on target) compared to 4 (2 on target) for Slavia Sofia. Ludogorets made 5 substitutions, Slavia Sofia made 4.

Rivalry since 2018

Ludogorets vs Slavia Sofia Head to Head Results

17 stretnutí
Ludogorets
10
wins
Drawn
4
Slavia Sofia
3
wins
Total goals
41 · 2.4/match
Both scored
7/17 · 41%
Over 2.5
7/17 · 41%

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