Bulgarian football season developments

Timeline

1. 6 days ago

   [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.

2. 13 days ago

   [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

3. 14 days ago

   [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.

4. 15 days ago

   [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.

5. 16 days ago

   [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.

6. 16 days ago

   [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.

7. 16 days ago

   [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.

8. 17 days ago

   [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.

9. 29 days ago

   [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.

10. about 1 month ago

    [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.

11. about 1 month ago

    [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.

12. about 1 month ago

    [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.

13. about 1 month ago

    [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.

14. about 2 months ago

    [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.

15. about 2 months ago

    [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.

16. about 2 months ago

    [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.

17. about 2 months ago

    [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

18. 2 months ago

    [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.

19. 2 months ago

    [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.

20. 2 months ago

    [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.

21. 2 months ago

    [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.

22. 2 months ago

    [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.

23. 2 months ago

    [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.

24. 2 months ago

    [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.

25. 2 months ago

    [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.

26. 3 months ago

    [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.

27. 3 months ago

    [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.

28. 3 months ago

    [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.

29. 3 months ago

    [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.

30. 3 months ago

    [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.

31. 3 months ago

    [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.

32. 3 months ago

    [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.

33. 3 months ago

    [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.

34. 3 months ago

    [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.

35. 3 months ago

    [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.

36. 3 months ago

    [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.

37. 3 months ago

    [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.

38. 3 months ago

    [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.

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