Arda coach Alexander Tunchev critiques 1‑2 defeat to CSKA 1948 and welcomes back Georgi Nikolov

Arda lost 1‑2 to CSKA 1948 in the third round of the efbet Liga. Head coach Alexander Tunchev said the team allowed easy goals, citing defensive mistakes and missed chances as the main reasons for the defeat. He also noted the cancelled equaliser in added time.

Tunchev praised the return of striker Georgi Nikolov after an eight‑month injury layoff, acknowledging that Nikolov will need time to regain match fitness. He added that Arda performed well overall and will approach the next match with confidence, despite being the more experienced side.

The coach also mentioned the strong grouping of the Danube (Dunav) side in the league.