Nikola Serafimov turns 27 as Levski defend 1–0 lead against Kairat
On his 27th birthday (11 August 2026) Serafimov will be on the pitch as Levski Sofia defend a 1–0 lead against Kairat in the Champions League qualifiers.
Nikola Serafimov celebrates his 27th birthday on 11 August 2026 while preparing to help Levski Sofia secure progression in the UEFA Champions League qualifiers.
The centre-back, born in 1999, has established himself as a regular in both his club and the North Macedonia senior national team. He has already made around thirty appearances for the A team and scored one goal.
Serafimov and Levski travel to face Kairat in the return leg tonight; kick-off is scheduled for 17:00. The Sofia side carry a 1–0 advantage from the first leg and will try to eliminate a difficult opponent on foreign soil.
Birthday with added pressure
Serafimov started the opening match of the tie and is expected to be in the starting line-up again as Levski defend their slim lead. The result will decide which club advances to the next phase of the Champions League qualifying rounds.
For Serafimov the match doubles as a personal milestone — marking his 27th birthday — and as an important opportunity to contribute to his club's European ambitions.
Photo: press material from the event
