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Slavia Sofia vs Pirin Blagoevgrad

Stadion Aleksandar Shalamanov, Sofia2 April 2024 at 17:30

Match Events

Slavia Sofia
Pirin Blagoevgrad
Kick Off
Half Time
Ertan Tombak46′
46′
V. JagodinskisA. Abou
Kristiyan Stoyanov50′
E. StoevK. Dobrev
57′
68′
D. PolonskyiG. Varbanov
C. Nguyen-DoG. Ivanov
79′
85′Nikolay Bodurov
88′
V. BengyuzovE. Georgiev
M. SorakovR. Raychev
90′
I. MinchevE. Dost
90′
90+4′
A. DonchevB. Esalo
Full Time

Match Statistics

6Shots on Goal4
6Shots off Goal0
20Total Shots6
7Blocked Shots2
8Shots insidebox3
12Shots outsidebox3
12Fouls11
11Corner Kicks3
0Offsides0
69%Ball Possession31%
2Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
4Goalkeeper Saves6
564Total passes230
473Passes accurate174
84%Passes %76%
1.32expected_goals0.22

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Slavia Sofia is 6.79, compared to — for Pirin Blagoevgrad. 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 Pirin Blagoevgrad's best-rated player is —.

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Slavia Sofia have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by E. Stoev (4G). Pirin Blagoevgrad'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 Pirin Blagoevgrad'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 5 midfielders averaging 6.79, versus Pirin Blagoevgrad's 5 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 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Pirin Blagoevgrad 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 77% for Slavia Sofia and —% for Pirin Blagoevgrad. 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 11 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Pirin Blagoevgrad. 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 26.3 (youngest: C. Nguyen-Do (20), oldest: I. Minchev (34)), while Pirin Blagoevgrad 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 20 league appearances each, versus 0 for Pirin Blagoevgrad. 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 Sofia4-1-4-14-2-3-1Pirin Blagoevgrad
GKDEFMIDFWD
21Vutsov3Tombak5Jelenko.55Markov37Kerchev71Stoyanov8Stoev19Nguyen-.73Minchev9Sorakov10Nikolov12Kovaliov18Luzayad.28Jagodin.5Bodurov6Yordanov83Popadiyn77Diagne7Donchev73Bengyuz.14Polonsk.19Komano

Substitutes

Coach: Z. Zagorčić

Substitutes

Coach: O. Babych

Slavia SofiaPosition StrengthPirin Blagoevgrad
6.79
Avg Rating
6.79Midfielder (5 v 5)
7G 6A0G 0A
Slavia Sofia4-1-4-1
21GoalkeeperS. Vutsov
3DefenderE. Tombak
5DefenderV. Jelenković
55DefenderI. Markov
37DefenderV. Kerchev
71MidfielderK. Stoyanov6.6
8MidfielderE. Stoev6.84G2A
19MidfielderC. Nguyen-Do6.7
73MidfielderI. Minchev7.13G4A
9MidfielderM. Sorakov
10ForwardV. Nikolov
Pirin Blagoevgrad4-2-3-1
12GoalkeeperM. Kovaliov
18DefenderA. Luzayadio
28DefenderV. Jagodinskis
5DefenderN. Bodurov
6DefenderA. Yordanov
83MidfielderH. Popadiyn
77MidfielderM. Diagne
7MidfielderA. Donchev
73MidfielderV. Bengyuzov
14MidfielderD. Polonskyi
19ForwardH. Komano

Match Summary

Slavia Sofia and Pirin Blagoevgrad drew 0:0. The match was played in First League 2023. 3 yellow cards were shown. Slavia Sofia had 69% possession while Pirin Blagoevgrad held 31%. Slavia Sofia had 20 shots (6 on target) compared to 6 (4 on target) for Pirin Blagoevgrad. Expected goals: Slavia Sofia 1.32 — Pirin Blagoevgrad 0.22. Slavia Sofia made 4 substitutions, Pirin Blagoevgrad made 4.

Rivalry since 2018

Slavia Sofia vs Pirin Blagoevgrad Head to Head Results

7 stretnutí
Slavia Sofia
4
wins
Drawn
3
Pirin Blagoevgrad
0
wins
Total goals
12 · 1.7/match
Both scored
3/7 · 43%
Over 2.5
1/7 · 14%

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