Analysis The numbers behind the result
Goalless stalemate reflects low-quality final-third play
A goalless draw fairly reflected a cagey affair where neither side created clear-cut chances, with Levski Sofia's marginal shot volume (15 to 12) and possession edge (52%) failing to translate into superior quality. The hosts managed just 3 shots on target from 15 attempts (20% accuracy), while AEK Athens were even less clinical with 1 on target from 12 (8%), highlighting profligate final-third play on both sides.
The tactical battle saw Levski dominate midfield touches (485 passes at 88% accuracy vs 453 at 87%) but struggle to penetrate AEK's compact 4-4-2, with only 6 of their 15 shots coming inside the box. Late substitutes Luka Jovic (57') and Zini (81') failed to spark AEK's attack, while Levski's most dangerous attacker Armstrong Oko-Flex (3 shots, subbed 67') was withdrawn prematurely. The defining stat: a combined 4 shots on target from 27 attempts (15%), with neither goalkeeper forced into more than 3 saves.