OFI defeated CSKA Sofia 2-0, advancing with an aggregate score of 5-0.
OFI defeated CSKA Sofia 2-0 at the Vasil Levski National Stadium in the second leg of the Europa League play-off thanks to goals from Thiago Nuss and Giannis Theodosoulakis. Following their 3-0 victory in the first leg, the Greek side won 5-0 on aggregate to advance to the next round.
- 0'The match has started.
CSKA Sofia hosts OFI. - 21'First yellow card for D. Nikolaou of OFI
In the 21st minute, the referee had to issue a yellow card warning.D. NikolaouThe OFI side conceded a foul after a rough tackle. The match at the National Stadium Vasil Levski remains tense with the score tied 0-0. - 36'T. Nuss opened the scoring for OFI.
36th minute,T. NussHe scored, putting OFI ahead 0-1 against CSKA Sofia. The goal broke the deadlock at Vasil Levski National Stadium. - 41'C. Itu received a yellow card.
41st minute,C. ItuCSKA Sofia received a yellow card after a foul. This was a necessary warning given the notable clashes in the match. - 42'B. Jordao received a yellow card after a brutal foul.
In the 42nd minute, the midfielderB. JordaoCSKA Sofia received a yellow card from the referee after a tackle that was too aggressive. Trailing OFI 0-1, the home team's players began to show impatience in the final minutes of the first half. - 45'End of the first half
At the end of the first half, the score was 0-1. - 46'The second half has begun.
The second half has begun. - 46'CSKA Sofia made personnel changes at the start of the second half.
Right at the start of the second half, in the 46th minute,CSKA SofiaThe decision to refresh the lineup was made when they were brought in.I. Soletcame onto the field to replacePastorThe team playing at Vasil Levski National Stadium is in desperate need of a breakthrough to equalize after falling behind 0-1 to OFI. - 46'J. Zwarts was brought onto the field.
In the 46th minute, CSKA Sofia scored.J. ZwartsHe came on as a substitute for B. Jordao. The home team needed to make a change quickly as they were trailing OFI 0-1. - 56'CSKA Sofia makes substitutions in search of an equalizer.
In the 56th minute, CSKA Sofia scored.P. PanayotovsubstituteC. ItuThe home team needs to make a change quickly as they are currently trailing OFI 0-1. - 71'OFI made a substitution in the 71st minute.
In the 71st minute, OFI scored.I. ApostolakissubstituteA. CantalapeedraThis could be an adjustment to refresh the lineup while OFI is leading. - 73'Leo Pereira was brought on as a substitute.
In the 73rd minute, CSKA Sofia scored.Leo PereiraHe came on as a substitute for I. Pittas, while the home team was trailing OFI 0-1. - 77'OFI refreshes the midfield in the 77th minute.
In the 77th minute, OFI scored.Z. KarachaliossubstituteA. BouchalakisThis could be an adjustment aimed at maintaining the initiative for the remainder of the season. - 77'OFI brought Theodosoulakis onto the field.
In the 77th minute, OFI made a substitution, with I. Theodosoulakis coming on to replace T. Nuss. This could be an adjustment aimed at maintaining OFI's dominance. - 78'Theodosoulakis doubled OFI's lead.
78th minute,I. TheodosoulakisHe scored, giving OFI a 0-2 lead over CSKA Sofia. The goal helped OFI create a safer lead in this match. - 84'OFI makes last-minute personnel changes.
In the 84th minute, OFI made a substitution.K. Krizmanicwas brought onto the field as a substitute forC. SielisHolding a 0-2 lead, the visiting team proactively refreshed their lineup to consolidate their position in the remaining minutes of regular time. - 84'B. Gonzalez came on as a substitute late in the match.
In the 84th minute, OFI scored.B. GonzalezHe came on as a substitute for L. Dickmann, when the away team was leading 0-2. - 84'A. Yordanov came on in the 84th minute.
In the 84th minute, CSKA Sofia scored.A. YordanovHe came on as a substitute for A. Martino. This could be a personnel change aimed at finding more momentum in the final minutes. - 88'J. Eto'o received a yellow card at the end of the match.
In the 88th minute, J. Eto'o of CSKA Sofia received a yellow card after a foul. CSKA Sofia were under even more pressure as they were already trailing OFI 0-2. - KTFinal score: CSKA Sofia 0-2 OFI
The match ended with a score of 0-2.
Updated at 02:53 on August 28, 2026
The clash between CSKA Sofia and OFI is crucial in determining who will advance to the 2026/27 Europa League qualifying round. A 0-3 defeat in Greece leaves CSKA Sofia with a very difficult task at home, while OFI holds a significant advantage going into the final 90 minutes of the tie.
CSKA Sofia needs to overcome a three-goal deficit.
CSKA Sofia has few options left other than to take the initiative and attack to find a goal. A three-goal deficit forces the Bulgarian side to significantly improve their attacking efficiency if they want to bring the race for qualification back into contention.
OFI entered the second leg in a much more favorable position. Their 3-0 victory in the first match allowed the Greek representatives to adopt a cautious approach, prioritizing control of the game and protecting their lead.
Matching form and head-to-head record
In terms of recent form, CSKA Sofia has shown somewhat inconsistent performances. In their last five matches, the team has won two, drawn one, and lost two. The draw in their most recent game shows that they need to quickly regain stability and improve the effectiveness of their gameplay.
On the opposite side, OFI enters the match with confidence after winning their most recent game. This high morale will be a major advantage for the team in their upcoming away match.
In terms of past head-to-head records, the two teams have only met once recently. In that match, OFI emerged victorious, while CSKA Sofia failed to secure any points against them.
A cautious approach shaped the course of the game.
Entering the first leg, CSKA Sofia will strive to take advantage of their home ground to dictate the tempo and seek an early lead. However, having suffered a defeat in their last encounter with OFI, the home team will need to be wary of their opponent's tactical transitions.
For OFI, their most realistic goal is to maintain a disciplined formation and minimize errors in their own half. The match promises to be a tight affair, where tactical considerations at every moment will determine which team holds the advantage before the decisive return match.
*This article was created with the assistance of artificial intelligence (AI).
