CSKA 1948 to host Arda in Bulgarian First League clash

CSKA 1948 will meet Arda Kardzhali in the third round of the efbet League at Vitosha Stadium in Bistritsa. The match starts at 21:15 and will be broadcast live on Diema Sport, with Dimitar Dimirov appointed as the referee.

The Bulgarian side recently advanced to the third qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League after a penalty shoot‑out win over Spartak Trnava. Coach Alexander Alexandrov is expected to make several changes to the lineup ahead of the domestic fixture and the upcoming round against Greek giants Panathinaikos.

Arda arrive in Sofia after a 1‑1 draw with Septemvri and a 1‑0 victory over Slavia at home. Their last encounter with CSKA 1948 was a 3‑0 win in November 2025. Ticket prices for the game range from €12 for standard sections to €50 for VIP seats.