CSKA Wins BFA Cup for 2012 Born Players
- May 18, 2026 | 16:57
CSKA secured the BFA Cup in a thrilling penalty shootout victory over Etar, with a final score of 4-3. The match, held in Etrapolis, ended in a 0-0 draw after regular time. CSKA, coached by Martin Ivanov, emerged victorious in the decisive penalties.
The first half provided tense moments with both teams creating chances. Etar, known as the "violets," came close to breaking the deadlock, but a shot was saved by the crossbar.
The deciding moment came in the penalty shootout. After five penalties each, the score was tied 3-3. CSKA goalkeeper Valentin Iliev saved the crucial penalty, and Nikola Vladimirov scored the winning penalty, giving CSKA the trophy.
Starting lineups:
Etar: Alexander Staykov, Stefan Knev, Nikolay Lesichkov, Alexander Yordanov, Ivan Vankov, Alexander Ilyev, Mikhail Boyev, Radoslav Georgiev, Boris Petrov, Jordan Doinov, Stefan Ilyev;
CSKA: Valentin Iliev, Georgi Zhabantov, Vasil Volkov, Nikola Petrov, Samuil Mochev, Nikola Vladimirov, Denislav Cherkizov, Emil Minev, Denis Tonev, Kiril Stoichkov, Kristian Galbov
Photo: Alportal
This victory shows the depth of talent CSKA has nurtured over the years. It's a testament to their youth development program! But I can't help but wonder how Etar will bounce back and compete next year. What do you think?