Levski triumphed with 2:0 over Slavia and returned to the top of the First League

04.08.2025 | Sport

Senior coach Julio Velasquez analyzes the victory of the "blues" against Slaviya, emphasizing the team's collective spirit and attacking philosophy.

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Levski's football team achieved an impressive victory against Slavia with a 2:0 result, which returned the "blues" to the top of the First League standings. The match was marked by significant roster rotations compared to the previous European match.

The goals that secured the success were scored by Borislav Rupanov and Everton Bala, who found the net in the last 20 minutes of the match. Despite numerous changes in the lineup, the team demonstrated convincing play and consistency.

In a post-match statement, head coach Julio Velasquez shared his coaching philosophy, emphasizing the team's attacking style. "Our goal is not to protect our goal, but to constantly attack," he said, highlighting the team's aggressive approach.

Velasquez revealed details about tactical decisions, including the potential participation of Mustafa Sangare and the return of Asen Mitkov after a long absence. The coach emphasized that he always seeks the best for the team, taking into account the players' physical condition.

A particularly emotional moment in his statement was his gratitude towards the fans. "The connection between the team and the audience is the best thing in football," Velasquez shared, highlighting the team's exceptional collective spirit.

The victory reinforces Levski's position in the championship and demonstrates the team's ability to achieve results even with significant roster rotations. The coach expressed satisfaction with the players' performance, whom he believes give 100 percent.

The team's next challenge will be the match with Sabah, to which Velasquez is already directing his attention, maintaining his optimism and confidence in the team's potential.