UEFA Europa League League Stage - 6
Ludogorets 3 - 3 FT PAOK
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
33' P. Stanic
K. Despodov (L. Ivanusec) 39'
HT
47' Olivier Verdon
A. Vogliacco (K. Despodov) 48'
53' Yves Erick Bile
↓ L. Ivanusec ↑G. Konstantelias 61'
66' ↓ E. Bile ↑I. Chochev
↓ M. Ozdoev ↑M. Camara 68'
↓ Taison ↑A. Zivkovic 68'
↓ F. Chalov ↑A. Mythou 68'
Mady Camara 69'
70' O. Verdon (D. Almeida)
72' ↓ Caio Vidal ↑Erick Marcus
72' ↓ F. Kaloc ↑I. Yordanov
77' I. Chochev (P. Stanic)
81' Ivajlo Chochev
↓ S. Meite ↑A. Bianco 85'
90' ↓ B. Tekpetey ↑M. Machado
A. Mythou (G. Konstantelias) 90'
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Ludogorets
Goalkeepers
H. Bonmann 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Son 
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
O. Verdon 
SNIPER
50%
Conversion
50%
Conversion
1
Goals
2
Shots
D. Almeida 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.9
Rating
A. Nedyalkov 
SWEEPER
6
Cleanups
6
Cleanups
5
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Midfielders
B. Tekpetey 
STORMTROOPER
2
Shots
2
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
F. Kaloc
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
72
Total Mins
72
Entry
D. Duarte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
90
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Caio Vidal 
PROVOCATEUR
3
Fouls Won
3
Fouls Won
5
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
S. Padt 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
D. Hristov
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
S. Shishkov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Nachmias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Chochev 
CLOSER
1
Late Goals
1
Late Goals
0
Late Assists
75
Minute
M. Stefanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Penev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
I. Yordanov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Machado
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
10
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Erick Marcus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
18
Total Mins
Started
Entry
PAOK
Goalkeepers
J. Pavlenka 
SIEVE
25%
Save %
25%
Save %
3
Conceded
1
Saves
Defenders
J. Kenny
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
T. Kedziora 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
3
Tackles
86%
Duel Win %
A. Vogliacco
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
A. R. Baba
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
6
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Midfielders
M. Ozdoev
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
S. Meite
LATE SHIFT
5
Late Mins
5
Late Mins
85
Total Mins
85
Entry
K. Despodov
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
L. Ivanusec
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
6.5
Rating
Taison
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
67
Total Mins
68
Entry
Forwards
F. Chalov
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
68
Total Mins
68
Entry
BENCH
D. Monastirlis
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
A. Tsiftsis
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
K. Thymianis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Taylor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
M. Camara
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
22
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Bianco
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Tsopouroglou
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
G. Konstantelias
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
29
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Zivkovic
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Berdos
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
D. Chatsidis
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
A. Mythou 
CLUTCH HERO
90
Goal Time
90
Goal Time
Goal
Impact
7
Rating
League Standings
P: 6 GD: +10
P: 6 GD: +8
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +6
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +7
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +5
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +4
P: 6 GD: +2
P: 6 GD: +1
P: 6 GD: 0
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: +3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -3
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -5
P: 6 GD: -1
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -4
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -6
P: 6 GD: -8
P: 6 GD: -9
P: 6 GD: -16
League Standings
P: 8 GD: +13
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +10
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +7
P: 8 GD: +6
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +8
P: 8 GD: +5
P: 8 GD: +1
P: 8 GD: +4
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +3
P: 8 GD: +2
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -3
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -2
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -6
P: 8 GD: -7
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -4
P: 8 GD: -5
P: 8 GD: -9
P: 8 GD: -8
P: 8 GD: -10
P: 8 GD: -11
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
A Six-Goal European Rollercoaster at Huvepharma Arena
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 92/100. An unrelenting 3-3 draw defined by six momentum swings, showcasing the sheer desperation of the Europa League playoff scramble.
Opening Act: The Flurry Begins
Huvepharma Arena witnessed an immediate clash of tactical styles. PAOK controlled possession (57%) with a methodical buildup, but Ludogorets packed a heavy counter-punch. The Balance of the tie shattered in a breathless 15-minute spell. P. Stanic drew first blood at the 33-minute mark, instantly shifting the momentum of the match. The Greeks refused to blink. Just six minutes later, L. Ivanusec unlocked the defence with a visionary pass to feed K. Despodov, emphatically levelling the scoreline. This was never going to be a cautious feeling-out process. The Intensity spiked early as both sides chased crucial points to solidify their precarious positions in the European playoff spots.
The Pivot: Swapping the Lead
Coming out of the dressing room, the visitors struck a devastating early blow. A. Vogliacco found the back of the net in the 48th minute, capping off a brilliant creative sequence engineered by Despodov. Trailing at home, the Bulgarian side turned to their bench for salvation. The hosts leaned heavily on set-pieces and quick transitions, eventually finding their breakthrough at minute 70 when O. Verdon smashed home an excellent assist from D. Almeida. The scoreboard flashed 2-2, but the Stakes demanded a definitive winner. Enter substitute I. Chochev. Barely 11 minutes after stepping onto the pitch, the veteran tucked away a pinpoint delivery from Stanic to restore the home team's fragile advantage.
Resolution: A Late Twist in the Tale
With a barrage of 31 combined shots turning the pitch into a frantic shooting gallery, a quiet finish was simply impossible. Down 3-2 and staring at a damaging away defeat, PAOK threw absolute caution to the wind. Their sheer persistence finally paid dividends in the dying seconds. In the 90th minute, super-sub A. Mythou latched onto a desperate, searching ball from G. Konstantelias to snatch a dramatic equaliser. A staggering 3.40 xG output from the Greek side proved they thoroughly earned their share of the spoils. This 3-3 epic leaves both clubs hovering dangerously in the thick of the Europa League playoff picture, knowing their defensive fragilities must be addressed.
Key Questions
What made Kiril Despodov the Man of the Match?
A devastating goal and an assist. His creative edge tore open the defence and powered the Greek side's relentless attacking tempo.
What caused the 6-goal thriller?
A staggering 31 combined shots and six lead changes. Neither defence could handle the frantic pace or the impact of inspired second-half substitutes.
Did Ludogorets deserve the late equalizer?
It was actually PAOK who snatched the 90th-minute equaliser through Mythou. Given their 3.40 xG and 16 shots, the Greeks fully earned the late point.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
Playoff Survival on the Line in Bulgaria
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 52/100. With both sides teetering on the edge of the Europa League playoff spots, this clash is a true six-pointer for continental survival.
The Setup
Ludogorets host PAOK at the Huvepharma Arena in a match defined by high offensive output and defensive vulnerabilities. The hosts sit 22nd with 10 points, just inside the top-24 playoff cutoff, while the Greek side are slightly safer in 17th with 12 points. A strong Form metric suggests fireworks; these two teams average over four goals combined per game, but neither side can defend effectively right now. The Stakes are massive for both clubs' knockout aspirations. A modest Balance rating points to the chaotic, unstructured nature of both tactical setups, setting the stage for an open affair.
Key Battle
Petar Stanić versus Andrija Živković. Stanić has been the shining light for the hosts, driving their attacking play and providing a lethal finishing touch. He needs to outshine Živković, who orchestrates the chaos in the final third for PAOK. With a high Stars rating driving this matchup, individual brilliance will likely mask the structural defensive flaws on both sides.
Our Prediction
PAOK to edge a high-scoring thriller. Both defenses are incredibly porous and prone to errors, but the visitors' superior attacking depth will help them outscore their Bulgarian hosts in a frenetic 3-2 away win.