CSKA Sofia

Make The Case

Here is the argument for CSKA Sofia: Bulgaria, Europe UEFA Europa League, and a ground called Stadion Bistritsa. A second team should give you something your first one cannot, and this is a different country's whole weather system.

• Close to the pitch

  Stadion Bistritsa holds about 4,000. You can hear the defenders shouting at each other, which is the single best argument for lower-capacity football.

• You get a nickname

  Known as Червените (The Reds) Делта Форс (Delta Force). That is your new shorthand, your search term and your excuse for buying a scarf.

• Easy weekend

  Sofia Airport (SOF) is about 7km from the ground, and Vasil Levski Stadium Metro Station is 1km closer still. A home fixture is a genuinely doable two-night trip.

• The calendar you inherit

  Following Europe UEFA Europa League means odd kick-off hours, a new commentary language and a table you will check before your own club's. Bulgaria becomes part of your week.