Final result: Lazio-Ludogorets 0-0
LUDOGORETS
Bonmann 7 – His performance between the posts was decisive in keeping the Bulgarian goal clean. The interventions on Dia and Pedro in the first half demonstrate confidence and perfect timing in the exits. The save on Castellanos’ close shot in the second half is the manifestation of an evening as an absolute protagonist.
Witry 6.5 – Along the right lane he maintains commendable tactical discipline, not allowing space for the Lazio attackers. Its preventive closures neutralize various potentially dangerous situations. The warning in the first half did not affect his careful and orderly performance.
Kurtulus 6.5 – At the center of the defense he dictates the tempo and coordinates the department with personality. In high balls he systematically dominates, while in one-on-ones he concedes practically nothing to his opponents. Leadership and safety at the service of the team.
Almeida 6 – Solid and concentrated performance, without particular flaws. He limits himself to the task of guarding his area of expertise, proving invaluable in closing down and in the air. Some trouble only at the end when Lazio raised their center of gravity.
There are 6 of them – On the left flank he alternates a defensive phase with some timid offensive outings. Not always precise in his clearances, but effective in containing the Biancocelesti’s wingers. In the second half he drops noticeably on a physical level.
Duarte 6.5 – In the median he dictates the timing of the maneuver with tactical intelligence. His enlightened direction allows the team to emerge from the Lazio pressure in an orderly manner. Fundamental in maintaining balance in the middle of the pitch.
Naressi 6 – Match of substance and sacrifice in the middle of the field. He mainly dedicates himself to the interdiction phase, limiting the initiatives of the Biancoceleste midfielder. The warning at the end is the price to pay for a performance of great generosity.
Gropper 6 – First half of great tactical application, in the second half it progressively declines until the substitution. From 82′ Yordanov sv
Chochev 6.5 – His technical quality emerges on several occasions, especially when the team needs to breathe. Intelligent in positioning between lines. From 89′ Piotrowski sv
Marcus 6 – You sacrifice a lot when not in possession, trying not to give the Lazio defense points of reference. Some interesting ideas starting again. From 82′ Camara sv
Seco 6 – He fights like a lion up front, keeping the Biancocelesti centre-backs busy. Few opportunities to show off, but a lot of dirty work for the team. From 68′ Duah 6 – Enters with the right attitude, annoying the Lazio rearguard.
Igor Jovićević 7 – Set up a game of great tactical intelligence, armoring the defense and starting again with danger. The goalless draw at the Olimpico bears his signature: organisation, discipline and cynicism are the keys to the positive result.