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Stadion Vasil Levski, Sofia4 August 2022 at 18:00

Match Events

CSKA Sofia
St Patrick's Athl.
Kick Off
35′Tom Grivosti
Half Time
L. TufegdžićG. Yomov
46′
49′Barry Cotter
58′Anto Breslin
D. NazonD. Bamba
60′
T. VionJ. Lindseth
60′
61′Jamie Lennon
74′
H. BrockbankS. Curtis
A. YougaGeferson
76′
81′
B. KingS. Atakayi
GarcezB. Moreno
83′
Georgi Yomov85′
87′
S. Atakayi
90+4′
E. DoyleR. Coughlan
Full Time

Match Statistics

0Shots on Goal0
0Shots off Goal0
0Total Shots0
0Blocked Shots0
0Shots insidebox0
0Shots outsidebox0
0Fouls0
8Corner Kicks2
0Offsides0
0Ball Possession0
1Yellow Cards5
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves0
0Total passes0
0Passes accurate0
0Passes %0

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for CSKA Sofia is 6.92, compared to 6.58 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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. CSKA Sofia's highest-rated starter is T. Vion (7.13), while St Patrick's Athl.'s best-rated player is A. Breslin (6.81).

Defensive Solidity

CSKA Sofia deploy 5 defenders rated 7.13 on average, against St Patrick's Athl.'s 5-man backline averaging 6.60. 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

CSKA Sofia field 4 midfielders averaging —, versus St Patrick's Athl.'s 3 rated 6.53. 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

CSKA Sofia start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 2 for St Patrick's Athl. 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 87% for CSKA Sofia and 82% for St Patrick's Athl.. 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

CSKA Sofia's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 5 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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 CSKA Sofia's starting XI is 33.5 (youngest: T. Vion (32), oldest: Busatto (35)), while St Patrick's Athl. average 27.3 (youngest: J. Anang (25), oldest: C. Forrester (33)). 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

CSKA Sofia's starters average 5 league appearances each, versus 6 for St Patrick's Athl.. 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.

CSKA Sofia4-3-34-2-3-1St Patrick's Athl.
GKDEFMIDFWD
1Busatto16Donchev6Petrov2Mattheij5Nooijer15Vion21Youga8Shopov27Garcez9Nazon11Tufegdž.1Anang12Brockba.5Grivosti4Redmond19Breslin16O'Reilly6Lennon2Cotter8Forrest.15King9Doyle

Substitutes

Coach: S. Ilić

Substitutes

Coach: T. Clancy

CSKA SofiaPosition StrengthSt Patrick's Athl.
6.92
Avg Rating
6.58
6.70Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.60
0G 0A0G 0A
7.13Defender (5 v 5)6.60
0G 0A0G 2A
Midfielder (4 v 3)6.53
0G 0A0G 0A
CSKA Sofia4-3-3
1GoalkeeperBusatto6.7
16DefenderA. Donchev
6DefenderH. Petrov
2DefenderJ. Mattheij
5DefenderB. de Nooijer
15DefenderT. Vion7.1
21MidfielderA. Youga
8MidfielderS. Shopov
27MidfielderGarcez
11MidfielderL. Tufegdžić
9ForwardD. Nazon
St Patrick's Athl.4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperJ. Anang6.6
12DefenderH. Brockbank
5DefenderT. Grivosti6.4
4DefenderJ. Redmond6.61A
19DefenderA. Breslin6.81A
2DefenderB. Cotter
16MidfielderA. O'Reilly
6MidfielderJ. Lennon6.6
8MidfielderC. Forrester6.5
15ForwardB. King
9ForwardE. Doyle

Match Summary

St Patrick's Athl. defeated CSKA Sofia 1:0. The match was played in UEFA Europa Conference League 2022. Goals were scored by S. Atakayi 87′. 5 yellow cards were shown. CSKA Sofia made 5 substitutions, St Patrick's Athl. made 3.

Rivalry since 2022

CSKA Sofia vs St Patrick's Athl. Head to Head Results

1 stretnutí
CSKA Sofia
1
wins
Drawn
0
St Patrick's Athl.
0
wins
Total goals
2 · 2.0/match
Both scored
0/1 · 0%
Over 2.5
0/1 · 0%

Recent Meetings

Highest-scoring game: 02 v 2022All 1 meetings

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