Match report
Levski Sofia Defeats Ružomberok 2–0 in UEFA Europa League Qualifier
Levski Sofia
2–0
FT
Ružomberok
Jul 18, 2019
Levski Sofia secured a dominant 2–0 victory over Ružomberok in the UEFA Europa League qualifier, with goals from D. Mariani and D. Alar sealing the win. The Bulgarian team showcased impressive defensive solidity and offensive prowess to hold off the Slovakian side. Ružomberok struggled to find their rhythm, despite several substitutions, as Levski Sofia capitalized on their opportunities to advance in the competition.
Key Facts
- • Levski Sofia defeated Ružomberok 2–0
- • D. Mariani scored the first goal in the 33rd minute
- • D. Alar scored the second goal in the 90th minute
- • D. Mariani received a yellow card in the 47th minute
- • Peter Gal Andrezly (Ružomberok) received a yellow card in the 50th minute
- • Filip Twardzik (Ružomberok) received a yellow card in the 66th minute
Lineups
Levski Sofia
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 21 Milan Mijatović (G)
- 20 Zhivko Milanov (D)
- 19 Giannis Kargas (D)
- 22 Nuno Reis (D)
- 4 Ivan Goranov (D)
- 70 Martin Raynov (M)
- 23 Khaly Thiam (M)
- 8 Davide Mariani (M)
- 7 Paulinho (F)
- 29 Stanislav Kostov (F)
- 99 Stanislav Ivanov (F)
Substitutes
- 12 Petar Ivanov
- 39 Deyan Ivanov
- 10 Franco Mazurek
- 6 Ivaylo Naydenov
- 77 Iliya Yurukov
- 9 Deni Alar
- 11 Zdravko Dimitrov
Ružomberok
Formation: 4-3-3
Starting XI
- 35 Ivan Krajcirik (G)
- 19 Matej Curma (D)
- 3 Ján Maslo (D)
- 16 Michal Jonec (D)
- 19 Alexander Mojzis (D)
- 10 Filip Twardzik (D)
- 6 Kristi Qose (M)
- 8 Dalibor Takáč (M)
- 20 Tihomir Kostadinov (M)
- 15 Štefan Gerec (F)
- 7 Peter Gal Andrezly (M)
Substitutes
- 34 Pavol Kohar
- 29 Adam Brenkus
- 30 Lukas Kojnok
- 23 Filip Hašek
- 13 Matej Madlenak
- 9 Martin Regáli
- 22 Ondřej Novotný
Timeline
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33' Levski Sofia Goal · Normal GoalD. Mariani
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47' Levski Sofia Card · Yellow CardD. Mariani
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50' Ružomberok Card · Yellow CardPeter Gal Andrezly
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58' Levski Sofia subst · Substitution 1Off: S. Kostov · On: Z. Dimitrov
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66' Ružomberok Card · Yellow CardFilip Twardzik
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67' Ružomberok subst · Substitution 1Off: D. Takáč · On: A. Brenkus
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70' Ružomberok subst · Substitution 2Off: T. Kostadinov · On: F. Hašek
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72' Levski Sofia subst · Substitution 2Off: Paulinho · On: I. Yurukov
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74' Ružomberok subst · Substitution 3Off: Filip Twardzik · On: O. Novotný
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78' Levski Sofia subst · Substitution 3Off: M. Raynov · On: D. Alar
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90'+2 Levski Sofia Goal · Normal GoalD. Alar
Match Stats
| Stat | Levski Sofia | Ružomberok |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 20 | 6 |
| Pass Accuracy | — | — |
| Offsides | — | — |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
| Total Shots | 10 | 9 |
| Corners | 3 | 4 |
| Total Passes | — | — |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 2 |
| Blocked Shots | — | — |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 2 |
| Shots off Target | 5 | 7 |
| Possession | 39% | 61% |
| Accurate Passes | — | — |
| Shots Inside Box | — | — |
| Saves | 2 | 3 |
| Shots Outside Box | — | — |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ D. Mariani's goal in the 33rd minute set the tone for Levski Sofia's dominance
- ▸ The second half saw Ružomberok's substitutions, but Levski Sofia remained resilient and capitalized with D. Alar's late goal