Match report
Ludogorets 3–3 PAOK: Thrilling Draw in UEFA Europa League
Ludogorets
3–3
FT
PAOK
Dec 11, 2025
In a highly competitive match at the Stadion Vasil Levski, Ludogorets managed to hold off PAOK for a 3–3 draw in their UEFA Europa League clash. Both teams showcased resilience and determination as goals from P. Stanic, Olivier Verdon, I. Chochev for Ludogorets were matched by K. Despodov, A. Vogliacco, and A. Mythou for PAOK.
Key Facts
- • P. Stanic (33') scored the first goal for Ludogorets.
- • K. Despodov (39') equalized for PAOK with an assist from L. Ivanusec.
- • A. Vogliacco (48') put PAOK ahead, with a second assist by K. Despodov.
- • Olivier Verdon (70') reduced the deficit for Ludogorets.
- • I. Chochev (77') tied it up again for Ludogorets.
- • A. Mythou (90') secured the late equalizer for PAOK.
Lineups
Ludogorets
Starting XI
- 39 H. Bonmann (G)
- 17 Son (D)
- 24 O. Verdon (D)
- 4 D. Almeida (D)
- 3 A. Nedyalkov (D)
- 37 B. Tekpetey (M)
- 26 F. Kaloc (M)
- 23 D. Duarte (M)
- 11 Caio Vidal (M)
- 29 E. Bile (F)
- 14 P. Stanic (F)
Substitutes
- 1 S. Padt
- 67 D. Hristov
- 10 M. Machado
- 18 I. Chochev
- 42 S. Shishkov
- 55 I. Nachmias
- 77 Erick Marcus
- 80 M. Stefanov
- 81 G. Penev
- 82 I. Yordanov
PAOK
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 J. Pavlenka (G)
- 3 J. Kenny (D)
- 16 T. Kedziora (D)
- 4 A. Vogliacco (D)
- 21 A. R. Baba (D)
- 27 M. Ozdoev (M)
- 8 S. Meite (M)
- 77 K. Despodov (M)
- 18 L. Ivanusec (M)
- 11 Taison (M)
- 9 F. Chalov (F)
Substitutes
- 41 D. Monastirlis
- 99 A. Tsiftsis
- 2 M. Camara
- 14 A. Zivkovic
- 22 A. Bianco
- 25 K. Thymianis
- 32 G. Taylor
- 33 D. Tsopouroglou
- 39 D. Berdos
- 52 D. Chatsidis
- 56 A. Mythou
- 65 G. Konstantelias
Timeline
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33' Ludogorets Goal · Normal GoalP. Stanic -
39' PAOK Goal · Normal GoalK. Despodov · Assist: L. Ivanusec -
47' Ludogorets Card · Yellow CardOlivier VerdonFoul
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48' PAOK Goal · Normal GoalA. Vogliacco · Assist: K. Despodov -
53' Ludogorets Card · Yellow CardE. BileArgument
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61' PAOK subst · Substitution 1Off: L. Ivanusec · On: Giannis Konstantelias -
66' Ludogorets subst · Substitution 1Off: E. Bile · On: I. Chochev -
68' PAOK subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Ozdoev · On: M. Camara -
68' PAOK subst · Substitution 3Off: Taison · On: Andrija Živković -
68' PAOK subst · Substitution 4Off: F. Chalov · On: A. Mythou -
69' PAOK Card · Yellow CardM. CamaraFoul
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70' Ludogorets Goal · Normal GoalOlivier Verdon · Assist: D. Almeida -
72' Ludogorets subst · Substitution 2Off: Caio Vidal · On: Erick Marcus -
72' Ludogorets subst · Substitution 3Off: F. Kaloc · On: I. Yordanov -
77' Ludogorets Goal · Normal GoalI. Chochev · Assist: P. Stanic -
81' Ludogorets Card · Yellow CardI. ChochevFoul
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85' PAOK subst · Substitution 5Off: Soualiho Meïté · On: A. Bianco -
90' Ludogorets subst · Substitution 4Off: B. Tekpetey · On: M. Machado -
90' PAOK Goal · Normal GoalA. Mythou · Assist: Giannis Konstantelias
Match Stats
| Stat | Ludogorets | PAOK |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 16 | 10 |
| Pass Accuracy | 82% | 87% |
| Offsides | 1 | 0 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 15 | 16 |
| Corners | 2 | 4 |
| Total Passes | 411 | 538 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 5 | 2 |
| Shots on Target | 3 | 8 |
| xG | 2.18 | 3.40 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 6 |
| Possession | 43% | 57% |
| Goals Prevented | -1 | -1 |
| Accurate Passes | 337 | 466 |
| Shots Inside Box | 11 | 14 |
| Saves | 5 | 1 |
| Shots Outside Box | 4 | 2 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ Ludogorets took an early lead through P. Stanic, but K. Despodov and A. Vogliacco quickly turned the momentum in favor of PAOK.
- ▸ Olivier Verdon's goal brought Ludogorets back into contention, followed by I. Chochev's equalizer that restored balance before A. Mythou's late goal sealed another draw for both teams.