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Levski Sofia European campaign and management transition

Overview

Levski Sofia’s European campaign and management transition continued in late August 2026. Following a 0-0 draw in their first Champions League playoff match against AEK Athens, the club is preparing for the UEFA Europa League league phase. This marks the club’s return to the main phase of a major European competition after a 16-year hiatus. Under the new tournament format, Levski has been placed in the fourth pot with a coefficient of 7.000.

The club has now received its official Europa League schedule. The campaign is set to begin on September 17 with a home match against RB Salzburg. Other confirmed fixtures include away matches against NEC Nijmegen on October 15 and Viktoria Plzeň on October 22, followed by a home game against Jagiellonia on November 5. Post-winter break fixtures include an away match at Olympique Marseille on November 26, a home game against Lille on December 10, and a visit from AC Milan on January 21, 2027. The stage concludes with an away match against Sunderland on January 28.

Domestically, Levski maintains its position as the Bulgarian First League leader, most recently securing a 3-1 victory over Botev Plovdiv. Under coach Julio Velasquez, the team continues to demonstrate technical dominance and ball possession, supported by performances from Marco Grujić and new defensive additions.

Regarding squad development, negotiations to transfer goalkeeper Boyan Milosavljevic from Lokomotiv Plovdiv remain a key focus. Under the ownership of Atanas Bostandzhiev via Sofia Capital, the club continues to seek the integration of Brazilian football legends into management to support long-term stability.

Entities

Levski Sofia · Svetoslav Vutsov · AEK Athens · CSKA Sofia · Atanas Bostandzhiev

Timeline

  1. 24 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Levski Sofia confirms Europa League schedule and maintains league lead

    Levski Sofia has confirmed its UEFA Europa League schedule, featuring a marquee home match against AC Milan in January 2027. Domestically, the club remains the league leader following a 3-1 win.

  2. 27 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Levski Sofia nears transfer of goalkeeper Boyan Milosavljevic

    Levski Sofia is in advanced negotiations to sign Lokomotiv Plovdiv goalkeeper Boyan Milosavljevic during the current transfer window.

  3. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Bulgaria leads several nations in active UEFA club representatives

    Bulgaria leads several higher-ranked nations in European club competitions with two active teams, Levski Sofia and CSKA Sofia, as Levski continues its growth under new ownership.

  4. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia management engages Brazilian football legends

    Levski Sofia's new owners, Sofia Capital, are involving Brazilian football legends in club management to drive development as the team maintains strong form in domestic and European competitions.

  5. about 1 month ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Bulgarian football clubs prepare for European and domestic challenges

    Bulgarian clubs Levski Sofia and CSKA Sofia prepare for European matchups against Greek sides, while Ludogorets Razgrad focuses on domestic dominance led by top scorer Ruan Cruz.

  6. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Levski Sofia sets €3 million price tag for goalkeeper Svetoslav Vutsov

    Levski Sofia set a €3 million minimum price for keeper Svetoslav Vutsov, saying a sale is unlikely until the winter window despite interest from Wolverhampton Wanderers, Rennes and Reims.

  7. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Levski Sofia targets Champions League play‑offs as European clubs eye its players

    Levski Sofia nears Champions League play‑offs, earning €4.29 m and drawing transfer interest from top European clubs for its goalkeeper and other players.

  8. about 2 months ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Levski Sofia secures European competition spot as goalkeeper Svetoslav Vutsov draws foreign interest

    Levski Sofia beat Universitatea Craiova to secure a European competition spot, while goalkeeper Svetoslav Vutsov attracts interest from English and French clubs.

Sources

actualno.com · blagoevgrad.actualno.com · bulgaria.actualno.com · education.actualno.com · fakti.bg · monitor.bg · news7.bg · plovdiv24.bg · securityadvisor.com · sportal.bg · sportlive.bg · standartnews.com · temasport.com · weekendphotography.com.br

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