CS Universitatea Craiova and Levski Sofia Battle to Thrilling 2-2 Draw in Champions League Qualifier

A pulsating UEFA Champions League qualifying tie saw CS Universitatea Craiova and Levski Sofia share the spoils with a 2-2 draw at the Stadionul Ion Oblemenco on July 30, 2026. The match featured dramatic swings of momentum, and Levski will feel they have a slight edge heading into the second leg with two away goals in hand.

Levski Sofia struck first in the 15th minute through a well-worked set-piece, but Universitatea Craiova responded brilliantly, equalizing before halftime via a powerful strike from midfielder Alexandru Mateiu. The Romanian side then took the lead early in the second half when Andrei Ivan converted a penalty after a handball in the box.

However, Levski Sofia showed resilience. With 20 minutes remaining, they leveled the score again through substitute Georgi Milanov, who curled a shot into the top corner from the edge of the area. Both teams pushed for a winner in the closing stages, but strong goalkeeping ensured the score remained 2-2.

The result means that Levski Sofia will host the second leg at the Georgi Asparuhov Stadium with the advantage of two away goals, while Universitatea Craiova must now find a way to win or score more than two goals away from home to advance. The tie is finely poised.