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Bulgarian football season and Levski Sofia developments

Overview

Levski Sofia is undergoing significant structural and competitive shifts. Majority owner Atanas Bostandzhiev has announced plans for the Georgi Asparuhov Stadium, a modern 28,000-seat multi-purpose venue scheduled for construction starting June 2027. To support domestic and European ambitions, the club's budget has risen to between 25 and 28 million euros. Following a change in ownership, the club invested approximately 3.52 million euros in the summer transfer window, notably acquiring Marko Grujic, Reinaldo, and Serginho.

On the pitch, Levski Sofia has experienced mixed results. After a 1-0 win over CSKA 1948, the team suffered a 2-4 loss to rivals CSKA Sofia in the Bulgarian Super Cup. Following this defeat, sports director Georgi Kostadinov noted that such performance fluctuations were “unprecedented” under manager Julio Velazquez. The club also faces disciplinary challenges; the Bulgarian Football Union (BFS) imposed a 3,235 euro fine for fan infractions involving flares during a Bulgarian Cup match against Spartak Pleven.

Financial and regulatory issues have also emerged. The club is seeking UEFA approval to lower ticket prices for Europa League matches after high costs led to lower attendance. Supporters have criticized the previous pricing strategy as being “against modern football.” Additionally, to comply with UEFA mandates for European fixtures, the club has implemented strict ticket verification protocols for all spectators entering the Vasil Levski Stadium.

Entities

CSKA Sofia · Levski Sofia · Vasil Levski National Stadium · UEFA · Hristo Yanev

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Timeline

  1. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Bulgarian Football Union issues sanctions after Bulgarian Cup matches

    The Bulgarian Football Union has issued fines and player suspensions following the Bulgarian Cup 1/16-finals, with Levski Sofia receiving the largest penalty of 3,235 euros for fan misconduct.

  2. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia faces largest fine following efbet Liga round 11

    The efbet Liga disciplinary commission issued fines and suspensions following round 11, with Levski Sofia receiving the highest fine and Georgi Nikolov of Arda handed a three-match ban.

  3. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Levski Sofia reduces Europa League ticket prices

    Levski Sofia is lowering ticket prices for its upcoming Europa League home matches against Jagiellonia and Lillestrøm following fan dissatisfaction with initial costs.

  4. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia seeks UEFA approval to lower Europa League ticket prices

    Levski Sofia is requesting UEFA approval to lower ticket prices for Europa League matches following fan backlash and low attendance caused by high costs.

  5. [SPORTS] 4 sources
    Levski Sofia stadium ban reduced for upcoming derby

    The Bulgarian Football Union has reduced Levski Sofia's stadium ban to a partial closure of Sector A for their upcoming derby against CSKA Sofia following a fan incident.

  6. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Levski Sofia announces plans for modern 28,000-seat stadium

    Levski Sofia owner Atanas Bostandzhiev announced plans for a new 28,000-capacity stadium in Bulgaria, with construction slated to begin in June 2027.

  7. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia faces Super Cup loss and new UEFA mandates

    Levski Sofia sports director noted unprecedented performance swings after a Super Cup loss to CSKA, while the club announced strict UEFA ticketing mandates for upcoming Europa League matches.

  8. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski and CSKA Sofia conclude summer transfer window activity

    Levski Sofia and CSKA Sofia have completed their summer transfer activities, with Levski spending 3.52 million euros on new talent while CSKA Sofia focused on achieving financial stability.

  9. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Levski coach Julio Velasco targets Super Cup after win over CSKA 1948

    Levski coach Julio Velasco praised his team's 1-0 win over CSKA 1948 and confirmed the club's focus is now on winning the upcoming Bulgarian Super Cup against CSKA.

  10. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia fans drive high ticket demand for Super Cup derby

    Levski Sofia fans have rapidly purchased over 12,000 tickets for the upcoming Bulgarian Super Cup against CSKA Sofia, significantly outpacing their rivals in ticket demand.

  11. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    Slavia Sofia hosts Levski Sofia in postponed capital derby

    Slavia Sofia hosts Levski Sofia in a postponed efbet Liga derby at Alexander Shalamanov Stadium, with Levski seeking a seventh consecutive victory.

  12. [SPORTS] 10 sources
    Levski Sofia and CSKA Sofia to face off in Bulgarian Super Cup

    The Bulgarian Super Cup between Levski Sofia and CSKA Sofia is set for September 9 at 18:30 at the Vasil Levski National Stadium. Tickets go on sale September 2.

  13. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia to host Cherno More in First Professional League match

    CSKA Sofia hosts Cherno More at the Vasil Levski National Stadium on August 30 for a First Professional League match. Tickets are on sale, with CSKA seeking to break a winless streak against the visitors.

  14. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia maintains undefeated streak after 5-0 win

    CSKA Sofia remains undefeated in the Bulgarian league following a 5-0 win over Botev Vratsa and prepares for a Europa League playoff against OFI.

  15. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Septemvri Sofia defeats Spartak Varna 1-0 in efbet Liga

    Septemvri Sofia earned their first win of the season by defeating Spartak Varna 1-0 in the efbet Liga, moving up to ninth place in the standings.

  16. [SPORTS] 11 sources
    CSKA Sofia defeats Botev Vratsa 5-0 in efbet Liga

    CSKA Sofia defeated Botev Vratsa 5-0 in the efbet Liga. Joel Swartz scored twice, while debutant Catalin Itu provided two assists before receiving a red card.

  17. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    CSKA 1948 defeats Cherno More 4-1 in Bulgarian First League

    CSKA 1948 defeated Cherno More 4-1 in a Bulgarian First League match in Bistritsa, overcoming an early deficit to secure the win with goals from Massiel, Iliev, and Franco.

  18. [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Botev Plovdiv defeats Spartak Varna 3-2 amid stadium power outages

    Botev Plovdiv defeated Spartak Varna 3-2 in a dramatic efbet Liga match interrupted twice by stadium power outages.

  19. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    CSKA Sofia clinches first league win 3‑2 over Botev Plovdiv

    CSKA Sofia beat Botev Plovdiv 3‑2 to claim its first league win; Joël Zvarc scored twice, Yohanis Pitas added the late winner, and coach Hristo Yanev expressed dissatisfaction despite the result.

  20. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    CSKA Sofia coach Hristo Yanev calls for overhaul after draw with Slavia

    CSKA Sofia coach Hristo Yanev said the team’s 0‑0 draw with Slavia showed poor play, flanks failing and a lack of fight for the title. He accepted responsibility, hinted at possible resignation and called for a

  21. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Botev Vratsa and Cherno More finish 1-1 in efbet Liga opening match

    Botev Vratsa and Cherno More tied 1-1 in the opening round of Bulgaria's efbet Liga after a 0-0 halftime.

  22. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Bulgarian league: Slavia‑CSKA draw 0‑0, Ludogorets beat Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1‑0

    Slavia and CSKA drew 0‑0, while Ludogorets edged Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1‑0 thanks to Ivo Chochev’s header.

  23. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Bulgarian football season opens with draws and previews across leagues

    Bulgarian football kicks off: Spartak Varna and CSKA 1948 draw 2‑2, Slavia Sofia hosts CSKA Sofia derby, Botev Vratsa meets Cherno More, and Montana beats Spartak Pleven 3‑1.

  24. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA 1948 draws 2-2 with Spartak Varna after sluggish first half

    CSKA 1948 and Spartak Varna shared a 2‑2 draw; CSKA blamed a weak first half, while Spartak called the point fair and emphasized upcoming improvements.

  25. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Georg Stojanovski nets opening goal for Spartak Varna in Bulgarian league debut

    Georg Stojanovski scored Spartak Varna’s opening goal of the Bulgarian season, a half‑field strike that secured a 2‑2 draw with CSKA 1948.

  26. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Bulgarian football 2026‑27 season opens with anthem before Spartak Varna‑CSKA 1948 match

    The 2026‑27 Bulgarian football season began with the national anthem before the Spartak Varna‑CSKA 1948 opener at 19:00.

  27. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia reaches 20,000 fan cards in record campaign

    CSKA Sofia's fan card campaign hits 20,000 sign‑ups, with the 20,000th fan receiving a signed ball; the club continues touring Bulgarian towns to distribute cards.

  28. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia criticised for 4‑0 friendly defeat as club eyes league title

    Ex‑player Georgi Iliev condemned CSKA Sofia’s 4‑0 friendly loss, backed coach Hristo Yanev and warned about a costly Sensi signing as the club still aims for the league title.

  29. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia coach Hristo Yanev urges tactical overhaul after 0‑4 defeat

    CSKA Sofia coach Hristo Yanev says the team must quickly change its approach after a 0‑4 loss to Polissya, praising youngsters and new signing Stefano Sensi.

  30. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski sells over 14,000 champion shirts as fans gear up for raffle

    Levski sold 14,000+ champion shirts, resolved shipping delays, and will host a fan raffle on 30 June with 27 prizes, plus a trophy showcase until 13 July.

  31. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Approaches 10,000 Season Ticket Goal Ahead of New Campaign

    Levski has sold over 9,200 season tickets, nearing its 10,000 goal; fans must renew by June 22 or tickets go on open sale, with the club guiding on order status.

  32. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia hits 10,000 registered fan cards

    CSKA Sofia reached 10,000 fan cards; the 10,000th card went to Alisia Kyrakova of Varna, who got a signed ball and a visit to the club’s Pancharevo base.

  33. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Slavia President Says Balov Transfer Funds Will Finance New Club Facilities

    Slavia Sofia’s president announced that the Kristiyan Balov transfer fee will fund a new training pitch and be paid in three tranches, urging fans to back the club rather than cause trouble.

  34. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA 1948 sponsor demands referee recordings after Ludogorets clash

    CSKA 1948 sponsor Цветомир Найденов demanded VAR recordings and sanctions for four referees after a Ludogorets‑CSKA match, alleging bias and procedural errors.

  35. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA Sofia clinches Bulgarian Cup and owner vows hefty bonuses for league title

    CSKA Sofia won the Bulgarian Cup, earning Europa League qualification, while owner Walter Papazki promises large bonuses for a league title and the club eyes transfers, including a possible sale of Matias Feton

  36. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    CSKA starts mandatory fan registration for new Bulgarian Army stadium

    CSKA has begun a mandatory fan registration, issuing a fan card valid for five years and required for entry to its new ‘Bulgarian Army’ stadium, with detailed conduct rules.

  37. [SPORTS] 6 sources
    CSKA Sofia coach Hristo Yanev apologises to fans and urges unity after loss

    CSKA Sofia coach Hristo Yanev apologised to Sector G fans after the Levski loss, urged ego‑free unity, highlighted a new contract, summer sign‑ins and the upcoming “Bulgarian Army” stadium.

  38. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ludogorets secures seeded spot in all stages of 2026‑27 UEFA Conference League

    Ludogorets beat Lokomotiv Plovdiv on penalties to qualify for the 2026‑27 UEFA Conference League, secured a high club coefficient and will be seeded in every qualifying round.

  39. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Mayor Zhivko Todorov pledges support for Beroe amid talks with owner

    Mayor Zhivko Todorov praised Beroe’s veteran champions and announced a meeting with owner Ernan Banato to discuss financial support and the club’s future after relegation.

  40. [SPORTS] 11 sources
    Ludogorets secures European berth after penalty win over Lokomotiv Plovdiv

    Ludogorets beat Lokomotiv Plovdiv on penalties in the Conference League playoff, securing a European spot after a 3‑2 shootout; coach Høgmo departs, assistant Staré steps in.

  41. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Septemvri Sofia secures top‑flight spot after playoff win over Yantra Gabrovo

    Septemvri Sofia won 2‑1 in the relegation playoff, keeping its spot in the efbet Liga as Yantra Gabrovo stays in the second tier.

  42. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Ludogorets and CSKA Sofia finish 0-0, guests claim penalty

    Ludogorets and CSKA Sofia drew 0‑0 at Huvepharma Arena; CSKA's penalty claim was denied and VAR took no action.

  43. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Arda beats Cherno More 3‑2, ending Cherno More’s Conference League play‑off chances

    Arda defeats Cherno More 3‑2 in the 36th round, costing Cherno More a Conference League play‑off spot; Arda finishes sixth, Lokomotiv Plovdiv claims fifth.

  44. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Lokomotiv Plovdiv and CSKA Sofia to clash in Bulgarian Cup final

    Lokomotiv Plovdiv faces CSKA Sofia in the Bulgarian Cup final on 20 May, with a Europa League spot at stake.

  45. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Botev Plovdiv president Iliyan Filippov says he spent €3.8 million on stadium

    Botev Plovdiv chief Iliyan Filippov says he invested €3.8 million in the Hristo Botev stadium and explained coach departures after recent losses.

  46. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Levski Sofia defeats CSKA Sofia 2-0 in league derby

    Levski beat CSKA 2-0, widening its league lead as CSKA's cup final and European hopes hang in the balance.

  47. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski coach Julio Velasquez hails team spirit after derby win over CSKA

    Levski coach Julio Velasquez praised his squad’s attitude and collective play after a derby win over CSKA, noting striker Mustafa Sangare’s limited fitness.

  48. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Bulgarian First League clubs unite to demand new TV‑rights deal

    15 Bulgarian First League clubs demand new TV‑rights terms, hinting at boycott after broadcaster’s refusal to meet.

  49. [SPORTS] 5 sources
    CSKA ticket boost and player block clash with Levski fine in Bulgarian football

    Bulgarian football sees CSKA get extra Cup final tickets, attempt to block a loan player, and Levski fined after 1‑1 draw with Ludogorets.

  50. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Beroe Stara Zagora Appeals License Denial as Mayor Calls for New Owner

    Beroe Stara Zagora contests a licence ban, filing an appeal as the mayor urges fans to find a new owner.

  51. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Arda Kardzhali defeats Botev Plovdiv 2-1, keeping European hopes alive

    Arda Kardzhali beat Botev Plovdiv 2-1, restoring confidence and keeping European qualification hopes alive, while Botev coach cites errors and fatigue.

  52. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Botev Plovdiv condemns racist abuse as club secures UEFA licence

    Botev Plovdiv denounced racist chants at a match and celebrated earning a UEFA licence for the upcoming season.

  53. [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia clinches Bulgarian league title and eyes Champions League prep in Pravets

    Levski Sofia wins first league title in 17 years under Julio Velazquez and will train in Pravets for Champions League qualifiers.

  54. [SPORTS] 7 sources
    Levski Sofia crowned Bulgarian champions after victory over Ludogorets

    Levski Sofia clinched the Bulgarian league title, with a ceremony on 9 May and a €6,288 BFU fine after the final match.

  55. [SPORTS] 3 sources
    CSKA Sofia beats Ludogorets 1-0, Yanev hails progress

    CSKA Sofia beat Ludogorets 1‑0; coach Yanev called it a good result and a step toward a top‑two finish.

  56. [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Lokomotiv Plovdiv Beats Botev 2‑0 in Plovdiv Derby

    Lokomotiv Plovdiv wins 2‑0 over Botev in derby, boosting European playoff hopes.

Sources

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