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Slavia Sofia vs Cska Sofia

Stadion Aleksandar Shalamanov, Sofia9 April 2023 at 18:15
Referee: S. Todorov

Match Events

Slavia Sofia
CSKA Sofia
Kick Off
30′
T. VionGarcez
Half Time
59′Menno Koch
62′
M. Koch
64′
B. KwaremaB. Moreno
65′
GefersonJ. Lindseth
67′
D. Nazon
A. AhmedovV. Nikolov
73′
T. TasevK. Dobrev
73′
E. ViyachkiK. Stoyanov
76′
78′Duckens Nazon
78′
T. HeintzM. Carreazo
79′
D. NazonZ. Shaghoyan
87′Enes Mahmutović
Full Time

Match Statistics

2Shots on Goal2
0Shots off Goal0
3Total Shots11
1Blocked Shots4
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
14Fouls12
2Corner Kicks3
1Offsides1
40%Ball Possession60%
0Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Slavia Sofia is 6.84, 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. Slavia Sofia's highest-rated starter is T. Tasev (7.03), while CSKA Sofia's best-rated player is T. Vion (7.13).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Slavia Sofia have contributed 5 goals and 3 assists this season, led by E. Stoev (4G). CSKA Sofia's starters account for 0 goals and 0 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

Slavia Sofia deploy 4 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

Slavia Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging 6.75, 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

Slavia Sofia start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.03, compared to 2 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 71% for Slavia Sofia 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

Slavia Sofia's starters have collected 5 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 Slavia Sofia's starting XI is 26.7 (youngest: C. Nguyen-Do (20), oldest: T. Tasev (31)), 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

Slavia Sofia's starters average 13 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.

Slavia Sofia4-2-3-13-1-4-2CSKA Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Petkov3Tombak23Viyachki55Gassama4Soares5Jelenko.19Nguyen-.8Stoev33Ivanov88Tasev9Ahmedov1Busatto22Mahmuto.21Youga4Koch3Geferson15Vion14Heintz8Shopov5Nooijer17Kwarema9Nazon

Substitutes

Coach: Z. Zagorčić

Substitutes

Coach: S. Ilić

Slavia SofiaPosition StrengthCSKA Sofia
6.84
Avg Rating
6.92
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
Defender (4 v 5)7.13
0G 0A0G 0A
6.75Midfielder (4 v 3)
4G 2A0G 0A
7.03Forward (2 v 2)
1G 1A0G 0A
Slavia Sofia4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperG. Petkov
3DefenderE. Tombak
23DefenderE. Viyachki
55DefenderN. Gassama
4DefenderLudovic Soares
5MidfielderV. Jelenković
19MidfielderC. Nguyen-Do6.7
8MidfielderE. Stoev6.84G2A
33MidfielderG. Ivanov
88ForwardT. Tasev7.01G1A
9ForwardA. Ahmedov
CSKA Sofia3-1-4-2
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
22DefenderE. Mahmutovic
4DefenderM. Koch
3DefenderGeferson
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
5DefenderB. de Nooijer
21MidfielderA. Youga
14MidfielderT. Heintz
8MidfielderS. Shopov
17ForwardB. Kwarema
9ForwardD. Nazon

Match Summary

CSKA Sofia defeated Slavia Sofia 2:0. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by M. Koch 62′, D. Nazon 67′. 4 yellow cards were shown. Slavia Sofia had 40% possession while CSKA Sofia held 60%. Slavia Sofia had 3 shots (2 on target) compared to 11 (2 on target) for CSKA Sofia. Slavia Sofia made 3 substitutions, CSKA Sofia made 5.

Rivalry since 2018

Slavia Sofia vs CSKA Sofia Head to Head Results

20 stretnutí
Slavia Sofia
4
wins
Drawn
5
CSKA Sofia
11
wins
Total goals
39 · 1.9/match
Both scored
8/20 · 40%
Over 2.5
5/20 · 25%

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