Overview
- CSKA Sofia won the Europa League qualifying tie 5-3 on aggregate after extra time at the Brandywell.
- Ellis Chapman headed Derry level early in the second half but Ioannis Pittas restored CSKA's lead on 76 minutes and an own goal by Barry Cotter in extra time sealed the tie.
- The match was suspended for nearly 15 minutes after visiting supporters tried to enter the home section and some home fans briefly came onto the pitch.
- Objects were thrown at CSKA's goalkeeper after the decisive own goal and there are no reports yet of formal disciplinary action from UEFA or local authorities.
- Derry will drop into the Conference League second qualifying round to face NK Rijeka, a change that alters their summer schedule and carries financial and travel implications for the club.