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Ludogorets vs Cska Sofia

Huvepharma Arena, Razgrad20 May 2023 at 18:15
Referee: G. Kabakov

Match Events

Ludogorets
CSKA Sofia
Kick Off
Matías Tissera-5′
-5′Dimitar Evtimov
Kiril Despodov14′
K. Despodov
18′
19′Marcelino Carreazo
22′
T. Heintz
27′Jonathan Lindseth
29′Stanislav Shopov
42′
Half Time
J. PiotrowskiPedro Naressi
46′
F. RussoI. Plastun
46′
PipaCaio Vidal
46′
48′
NonatoShow
64′
65′
S. ShopovD. Nazon
76′Jurgen Matheij
K. DespodovS. Delev
76′
Sergio Padt85′
90+6′Duckens Nazon
Full Time

Match Statistics

4Shots on Goal2
2Shots off Goal4
7Total Shots6
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
10Fouls14
5Corner Kicks6
1Offsides1
53%Ball Possession47%
5Yellow Cards6
0Red Cards0
1Goalkeeper Saves2
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Ludogorets is 7.07, compared to 6.86 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. Ludogorets's highest-rated starter is O. Verdon (7.26), while CSKA Sofia's best-rated player is T. Vion (7.13).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Ludogorets have contributed 3 goals and 3 assists this season, led by O. Verdon (2G). 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

Ludogorets deploy 4 defenders rated 7.26 on average, against CSKA Sofia's 4-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

Ludogorets field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus CSKA Sofia's 6 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

Ludogorets start 2 forward(s) averaging 7.07, compared to 0 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 84% for Ludogorets and 83% 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

Ludogorets's starters have collected 7 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 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 Ludogorets's starting XI is 31.0 (youngest: B. Tekpetey (28), oldest: S. Padt (35)), while CSKA Sofia average 31.0 (youngest: I. Turitsov (26), 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

Ludogorets's starters average 19 league appearances each, versus 9 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.

Ludogorets4-2-3-13-5-1-1CSKA Sofia
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Padt16Witry24Verdon22Russo2Pipa6Piotrow.8Gonçalv.11Despodov20Nonato37Tekpetey9Thiago1Busatto2Mattheij4Koch21Youga26Carreazo14Heintz15Vion7Lindseth19Turitsov8Shopov10Garcez

Substitutes

Coach: I. Petev

Substitutes

Coach: S. Ilić

LudogoretsPosition StrengthCSKA Sofia
7.07
Avg Rating
6.86
6.89Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.70
0G 0A0G 0A
7.26Defender (4 v 4)6.94
2G 0A0G 1A
7.07Forward (2 v 0)
1G 3A
Ludogorets4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperS. Padt6.9
16DefenderA. Witry
24DefenderO. Verdon7.32G
22DefenderF. Russo
2DefenderPipa
6MidfielderJ. Piotrowski
8MidfielderClaude Gonçalves
11MidfielderK. Despodov
20MidfielderNonato
37ForwardB. Tekpetey7.11G3A
9ForwardThiago
CSKA Sofia3-5-1-1
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
4DefenderM. Koch
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
19DefenderI. Turitsov6.81A
21MidfielderA. Youga
26MidfielderM. Carreazo
14MidfielderT. Heintz
7MidfielderJ. Lindseth
8MidfielderS. Shopov
10MidfielderGarcez

Match Summary

Ludogorets and CSKA Sofia drew 2:2. The match was played in First League 2022. Goals were scored by K. Despodov 18′, T. Heintz 22′, Garcez 42′, Thiago 48′. 11 yellow cards were shown. Ludogorets had 53% possession while CSKA Sofia held 47%. Ludogorets had 7 shots (4 on target) compared to 6 (2 on target) for CSKA Sofia. Ludogorets made 5 substitutions, CSKA Sofia made 1.

Rivalry since 2018

Ludogorets vs CSKA Sofia Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
Ludogorets
12
wins
Drawn
11
CSKA Sofia
6
wins
Total goals
54 · 1.9/match
Both scored
10/29 · 34%
Over 2.5
10/29 · 34%

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