CSKA Sofia wins Bulgarian Cup with Ioannis Pittas

On May 20, 2026, CSKA Sofia secured the Bulgarian Cup by defeating Lokomotiv Plovdiv in a penalty shootout that ended 4-3. The match concluded in a 1-1 draw after both regulation time and extra time. Cypriot striker Ioannis Pittas, who started the match, played until the 103rd minute before being substituted. This victory marks the 22nd Bulgarian Cup title for CSKA Sofia. For Pittas, it is his first major trophy won outside of Cyprus, following his previous domestic achievements with Apollon. As a result of this win, CSKA Sofia secured a spot in the Europa League qualifying rounds. The club finished fourth in the domestic league standings this season. Pittas remains under contract with the Bulgarian club until June 2028.