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Slavia Sofia vs Cska 1948

Stadion Aleksandar Shalamanov, Sofia28 August 2023 at 18:30
Referee: G. Davidov

Match Events

Slavia Sofia
CSKA 1948
Kick Off
10′Ivajlo Chochev
13′
B. Karagaren
Emil Martinov27′
30′
R. Wankewai
39′Thiago Figueiredo
Half Time
D. AleksandrovE. Tombak
46′
V. JelenkovićM. Georgiev
46′
53′Birsent Karagaren
K. StoyanovE. Dost
64′
67′
B. KaragarenG. Rusev
67′
N. IlievA. Vutov
72′
P. UmarbayevR. Daskalov
T. TasevR. Raychev
74′
Jon BakeroV. Nikolov
75′
84′
R. WankewaiV. Yoskov
Full Time

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal5
1Shots off Goal4
4Total Shots13
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
11Fouls12
2Corner Kicks5
2Offsides2
45%Ball Possession55%
1Yellow Cards4
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves4
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0
0expected_goals0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Slavia Sofia is 6.80, compared to — for CSKA 1948. 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 I. Minchev (7.13), while CSKA 1948's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Slavia Sofia have contributed 4 goals and 5 assists this season, led by I. Minchev (3G). CSKA 1948'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 3 defenders rated 6.56 on average, against CSKA 1948's 4-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

Slavia Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging 7.13, versus CSKA 1948'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 3 forward(s) averaging 6.77, compared to 3 for CSKA 1948 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 74% for Slavia Sofia and —% for CSKA 1948. 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 6 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for CSKA 1948. 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 28.8 (youngest: K. Stoyanov (22), oldest: I. Minchev (34)), while CSKA 1948 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

Slavia Sofia's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 0 for CSKA 1948. 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 Sofia3-5-24-3-3CSKA 1948
GKDEFMIDFWD
12Krastev37Kerchev4Genev27Martinov88Tasev23Aleksan.73Minchev5Jelenko.71Stoyanov33Ivanov7Bakero29Naumov6Furtado3Barbosa5Héliton31Rapnouil11Karagar.18Chochev39Umarbay.17Iliev19Wankewai8Pedrinho

Substitutes

Coach: José Bakero

Substitutes

Coach: N. Panayotov

Slavia SofiaPosition StrengthCSKA 1948
6.80
Avg Rating
6.56Defender (3 v 4)
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13Midfielder (4 v 3)
3G 4A0G 0A
6.77Forward (3 v 3)
1G 1A0G 0A
Slavia Sofia3-5-2
12GoalkeeperN. Krastev
37DefenderV. Kerchev
4DefenderV. Genev
71DefenderK. Stoyanov6.6
27MidfielderE. Martinov
73MidfielderI. Minchev7.13G4A
5MidfielderV. Jelenković
33MidfielderG. Ivanov
88ForwardT. Tasev7.01G1A
23ForwardD. Aleksandrov6.5
7ForwardJon Bakero
CSKA 19484-3-3
29GoalkeeperD. Naumov
6DefenderSteve Furtado
3DefenderTiago Barbosa
5DefenderHéliton
31DefenderT. Rapnouil
11MidfielderB. Karagaren
18MidfielderI. Chochev
39MidfielderP. Umarbayev
17ForwardN. Iliev
19ForwardR. Wankewai
8ForwardPedrinho

Match Summary

CSKA 1948 defeated Slavia Sofia 2:0. The match was played in First League 2023. Goals were scored by B. Karagaren 13′, R. Wankewai 30′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Slavia Sofia had 45% possession while CSKA 1948 held 55%. Slavia Sofia had 4 shots (3 on target) compared to 13 (5 on target) for CSKA 1948. Slavia Sofia made 5 substitutions, CSKA 1948 made 4.

Rivalry since 2020

Slavia Sofia vs CSKA 1948 Head to Head Results

15 stretnutí
Slavia Sofia
4
wins
Drawn
4
CSKA 1948
7
wins
Total goals
40 · 2.7/match
Both scored
9/15 · 60%
Over 2.5
5/15 · 33%

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