Spartak Trnava Draws 0-0 with CSKA 1948 Sofia in Conference League

On 22 July 2026, FC Spartak Trnava hosted Bulgarian side CSKA 1948 Sofia in the second qualifying round of the UEFA Conference League at the Anton Malatinský Stadium. The match ended in a goalless draw, with neither side creating a decisive chance. A potential penalty for the Bulgarians in the 11th minute was dismissed, and the game featured a handful of yellow cards but no major incidents.

Spartak’s lineup included Slovak forwards Adam Zreľák and Erik Jirka, while CSKA fielded players such as Pedro Marinov and Mamadu Diálo. Former Levski star Roman Prohazka, now playing for Spartak, commented that CSKA is a tough opponent but removable. The fixture was broadcast live on Slovakia’s STVR sports channel and streamed on the STVR website for domestic viewers.

Background notes highlighted the complex history of CSKA 1948, a club formed after the original CSKA Sofia’s bankruptcy in 2016, and the ongoing debate among Bulgarian fans about its legitimacy. The draw leaves both clubs to contest a return leg a week later, with the winner progressing to the next qualifying stage.