CSKA Sofia advances to Europa League second qualifying round after beating Derry City

On July 16, 2026, CSKA Sofia secured their place in the second qualifying round of the Europa League after defeating Derry City 2-1 in the away leg. The Bulgarian team had previously won the first leg 3-2, resulting in an aggregate score of 5-3. During the match in Ireland, CSKA Sofia initially fell behind. Ioannis Pittas equalized for the visitors in the 75th minute. The winning goal was decided in the final minute of stoppage time due to an own goal by a Derry City player. CSKA Sofia progresses to the next stage having won both matches in the series.