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CSKA Sofia: from Europa League falls to Conference League

Dia de Jogo — jornal desportivo15 September 2026 at 11:51

CSKA Sofia were eliminated in Europa League qualifying and ended up being repêchaged for the Conference League, a lower-tier competition in the hierarchy of European club competitions.

The Bulgarian club has two Portuguese players in their squad, who continue to represent the team's colors after this change in competition.

Bruno Jordão, a Portuguese midfielder, is the team captain, wearing the captain's armband during matches.

The drop to the Conference League represents a sporting setback for CSKA Sofia, which initially intended to secure a place in the Europa League group stage.

Why this matters

This drop in the hierarchy of European competitions directly affects CSKA Sofia fans, one of the biggest clubs in Bulgaria, which will now see its European participation reduced in prestige. The presence of two Portuguese players and Bruno Jordão as captain is relevant for those who follow the Portuguese community in Bulgarian football and the progress of these players abroad.

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