CSKA 1948 and Spartak Varna kick off new efbet Liga season

On July 17, 2026, CSKA 1948 will meet Spartak Varna in the opening match of Bulgaria’s efbet Liga at Spartak’s home ground in Varna, with Luboslav Lyubomirov appointed as referee.

CSKA 1948 coach Alexander Alexandrov said the squad completed a pre‑season program in Bansko and Slovenia, retained its core, added three new signings and aims to build on last season’s runner‑up finish and contend for the title. Spartak Varna also reinforced its roster, highlighted by the return of midfielder Ahmed Ahmedov from Japan, and is looking to start the campaign strongly.