- 18 September 2024, PFK Slavia Sofia vs PFC Ludogorets Razgrad, 0-1, Lose
- 14 September 2024, FC Septemvri Sofia vs PFK Slavia Sofia, 3-2, Lose
- 30 August 2024, PFK Slavia Sofia vs FK Arda Kardzhali, 1-1, Draw
- 25 August 2024, CSKA 1948 Sofia vs PFK Slavia Sofia, 2-0, Lose
- 17 August 2024, CSKA Sofia vs PFK Slavia Sofia, 0-1, Win
- 14 September 2024, PFC Beroe Stara Zagora vs Botev Plovdiv, 0-1, Win
- 30 August 2024, CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv, 0-1, Win
- 24 August 2024, Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna, 0-1, Lose
- 18 August 2024, FK Hebar Pazardzhik vs Botev Plovdiv, 0-1, Win
- 04 August 2024, FK Krumovgrad vs Botev Plovdiv, 0-1, Win
In an engaging First League encounter, PFK Slavia Sofia emerged victorious in their home turf, beating Botev Plovdiv 1-0. The hotly contested match saw a display of dynamic defensive strategies and a fine show of precision from Sofia.
The winning goal was netted by the home side during the second half at 68:58 mark, which proved crucial in tilting the match in their favor. Despite the loss, Botev Plovdiv showed considerable resilience, their defense being able to ward off any further threats from Sofia.
An interesting aspect to illuminate is the equal distribution of corner kicks, where both teams managed to secure 3. Yet, it was Sofia's superior ball possession and game control that helped them fully capitalize on their set pieces. In contrast, Plovdiv's similar number of corner opportunities did not result in a significant output; an area the team will undoubtedly inspect for improvement.
Fouls were high in this game, with Plovdiv committing 8 fouls compared to Sofia's 5. This ultimately led to a yellow card for Plovdiv in the second half at 90:39, which could be a significant factor when considering discipline influence on the match outcome.
One other key indication of the home team's upper hand is the offside count. Sofia registered only 1 offside compared to Plovdiv's 0. This highlights Sofia's attacking stratagem that pushed Plovdiv's defensive line but managed to stay disciplined enough to avoid further offsides.
The singular yellow card awarded to Plovdiv in comparison to zero for Sofia also serves to underscore a calmer, disciplined approach by the home team. In a match such as this, where the margin between victory and defeat was so minute, the disciplinarian aspect is a fraction not to be ignored.
In conclusion, Sofia's ability to capitalize on their goal scoring opportunity, control play, and remain disciplined gave them an edge in this match. Their win demonstrated how effectively converting an opportunity into a goal, even amidst equally distributed set-pieces, can tip the scales. Plovdiv, on the other hand, would need to reevaluate their strategy, particularly in terms of discipline and exploiting set-piece openings, before their next big game.
Form Guide
Lose | 0-1 | PFK Slavia Sofia vs PFC Ludogorets Razgrad | |
Lose | 3-2 | FC Septemvri Sofia vs PFK Slavia Sofia | |
Draw | 1-1 | PFK Slavia Sofia vs FK Arda Kardzhali | |
Lose | 2-0 | CSKA 1948 Sofia vs PFK Slavia Sofia | |
Win | 0-1 | CSKA Sofia vs PFK Slavia Sofia |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 1
- GOALS
- 4:7
- GOALS / MATCH
- 0.8
- PFK Slavia Sofia has won only one out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 4:7, scoring 0.8 goals average
Win | 0-1 | PFC Beroe Stara Zagora vs Botev Plovdiv | |
Win | 0-1 | CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv | |
Lose | 0-1 | Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna | |
Win | 0-1 | FK Hebar Pazardzhik vs Botev Plovdiv | |
Win | 0-1 | FK Krumovgrad vs Botev Plovdiv |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 4
- GOALS
- 4:1
- GOALS / MATCH
- 0.8
- Botev Plovdiv has four wins in its last five matches with a goal difference of 4:1, scoring 0.8 goals average
PFK Slavia Sofia H2H Botev Plovdiv
Home game | PFK Slavia Sofia | 3 | 1 | Botev Plovdiv | Away game | First League | |
Away game | PFK Slavia Sofia | 1 | 0 | Botev Plovdiv | Home game | First League | |
Home game | PFK Slavia Sofia | 2 | 2 | Botev Plovdiv | Away game | First League | |
Away game | PFK Slavia Sofia | 1 | 3 | Botev Plovdiv | Home game | First League | |
Away game | PFK Slavia Sofia | 0 | 0 | Botev Plovdiv | Home game | First League |
- PLAYED
- 5
- WINS
- 2
- GOALS
- 7:6
- GOALS / MATCH
- 1.40
- In the last five matches that these two sides meet, PFK Slavia Sofia overtook Botev Plovdiv twice
- PFK Slavia Sofia won twice, lost once and had two draw
- Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 7:6; average goals per match – 1.40
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