CSKA Sofia to host Dunav Ruse in Bulgarian First League clash on Aug. 2

CSKA Sofia will meet Dunav Ruse at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in Sofia on Sunday, 2 August 2026, at 21:15, as part of the third round of the Bulgarian First League. CSKA enter the match as clear favourites after a recent Europa League win over Karabakh, with bookmakers offering odds around 1.25 for a victory.

Dunav’s head coach Emmanuel Lukov told reporters the squad is fully prepared and hopes a positive result would boost the team’s confidence for upcoming fixtures. He noted that the team is healthy but that forward Jordan Saint‑Louis and 20‑year‑old winger Charles Apia remain unavailable due to paperwork issues. Lukov expects a tough encounter, citing CSKA’s deep bench and recent European performances.

Volen Chinkov has been appointed the match referee. CSKA are likely to start Dutch striker Joël Cvarc, who is viewed as the most probable goal scorer. Dunav supporters are organising a bus trip from Ruse to Sofia for the game.