Ioannis Pittas leads CSKA Sofia to Bulgarian Cup semi-finals

Cypriot international striker Ioannis Pittas scored for the second consecutive match in 2026, helping CSKA Sofia progress in the Bulgarian Cup. On February 10, 2026, CSKA Sofia defeated CSKA 1948 with a 2-0 scoreline in the tournament's quarter-finals. Pittas opened the scoring in the 9th minute with a close-range effort. This victory secured CSKA Sofia's place in the semi-finals of the competition. Previously, on February 6, 2026, Pittas had also scored in a league match against Arda. During the current 2025-2026 season, the striker has recorded eight goals in 23 appearances. He remains a key member of the starting lineup for the Bulgarian club. The match against CSKA 1948 was held as part of the round of 8 in the Bulgarian Cup national tournament.