CSKA Sofia beats Derry City 3-2 in Europa League qualifier

CSKA Sofia won 3-2 against Derry City in the first leg of the Europa League qualifying round, played at Sofia's Vasil Levski Stadium.

Coach Hristo Yanev praised the team's attacking display and the three goals scored, but he acknowledged defensive lapses that allowed Derry City to find the net twice. He said the squad must work on those details before the return match in Northern Ireland.

Yanev also thanked the supporters for creating a special atmosphere, noted that the victory keeps CSKA's European hopes alive, and emphasized the need for improvements ahead of the second leg in Belfast.