CSKA Sofia Upsets Ludogorets in Bulgarian Cup Match

RAZGRAD, Bulgaria (Interstat) — PFK CSKA Sofia delivered an upset victory on the road Tuesday, defeating PFK Ludogorets 1945 Razgrad 2-1 in a Bulgarian Cup match at Huvepharma Arena.

Kwadwo Duah gave the visiting side an early lead with a goal in the 18th minute. The home team found an equalizer late when Ioannis Pittas scored in the 82nd minute, but CSKA Sofia responded immediately. Santiago Godoy netted the decisive goal just three minutes later in the 85th minute to secure the win.

The result defied pre-match projections, which heavily favored Ludogorets. The victory marks a successful start to the cup campaign for CSKA Sofia, while Ludogorets begins the competition with a loss.