[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"football-site-config":3,"world-cup-status-en":27,"news-detail-julio-velazquez-ends-14-year-ludogorets-reign-levski-sofia-s-identity-driven":43,"news-related-julio-velazquez-ends-14-year-ludogorets-reign-levski-sofia-s-identity-driven-en":79,"news-related-match-julio-velazquez-ends-14-year-ludogorets-reign-levski-sofia-s-identity-driven-en":26},{"adSlots":4,"affiliateMode":5,"brandName":6,"contentStrategy":7,"currency":8,"friendLinks":9,"homepageLayoutKey":10,"leagueFocus":11,"locale":12,"planVisibility":13,"seoDescription":14,"seoTitleTemplate":15,"siteCode":10,"siteName":6,"siteType":10,"subscriptionMode":5,"timezone":16,"id":17,"tenantID":18,"primaryDomain":19,"countryCode":20,"logoUrl":21,"faviconUrl":21,"theme":22,"seoKeywords":24,"status":25,"ads":4,"focusLeagues":26,"affiliatePolicies":26},[],"shared","Football Prediction Platform","scores_predictions","USD",[],"main",[],"en-US",[],"Football fixtures, results, free predictions, subscriptions, and clearly labeled partner links.","{page} | Football Prediction Platform","America\u002FNew_York",323900000000000000,1,"football.easytestdev.online","US","",{"primaryColor":23},"#1677ff","football predictions, football fixtures, football results","active",null,{"active":28,"leagueId":29,"leagueName":30,"leagueImagePath":31,"seasonId":32,"seasonName":33,"startingAt":34,"endingAt":35,"daysToStart":36,"daysToEnd":37,"phase":38,"includeQualifying":28,"hostCities":39},true,"326135624916537344","World Cup","https:\u002F\u002Fmedia.api-sports.io\u002Ffootball\u002Fleagues\u002F1.png","326255613308833792","2026\u002F2027","2026-06-11","2026-06-28",6,23,"upcoming",[40,41,42],"Mexico City","Monterrey","Zapopan",{"article":44},{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":45,"category":46,"excerpt":47,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":48,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":51,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":52,"slug":53,"sourceName":54,"sourceURL":55,"teamId":56,"teamName":57,"teamIds":58,"teamNames":68,"title":78},"In a stunning upset that has sent shockwaves through Bulgarian football, Spanish manager Julio Velázquez has etched his name into the annals of Levski Sofia's storied history. The coach from Salamanca, born in 1981, guided the club to its first Bulgarian League championship in 17 years, a triumph achieved this past Saturday that represents far more than just a trophy.\n\nThe victory is monumental because it conclusively ended a period of unprecedented dominance. For 14 consecutive seasons, the title had been the near-exclusive property of Ludogorets Razgrad. Levski's success under Velázquez, who took charge of the team's bench in January 2025, is therefore not just a win for the club, but a seismic shift in the competitive landscape of the entire league.\n\nVelázquez himself attributes this remarkable turnaround to a foundational philosophy. In his own words, he believes that \"in football, building an identity brings you closer to good results.\" This statement suggests a focus on establishing a clear, consistent style of play and a strong team culture, which evidently resonated deeply with his players and produced the championship-winning formula.\n\nThe context of this achievement is amplified by the current global trend favoring Spanish coaches. Velázquez's success occurs at a time when managers from Spain are at the pinnacle of the European game. A look at the three major European club finals this season reveals a remarkable Spanish presence: Luis Enrique with Paris Saint-Germain, Mikel Arteta with Arsenal, Unai Emery with Aston Villa, and Iñigo Pérez with Rayo Vallecano.\n\nThis concentration of Spanish tactical minds on the biggest stages underscores a broader movement. Velázquez's victory in Bulgaria is a powerful addition to this narrative, demonstrating that the influence of Spanish coaching methodology extends beyond the traditional powerhouses and into leagues seeking to break established hierarchies.\n\nFor Levski Sofia, a club with a proud tradition, this title is a long-awaited return to the summit. The 17-year wait has been a period of frustration for its passionate supporters, watching as Ludogorets built a dynasty. Velázquez's ability to galvanize the squad and implement a winning identity in such a short timeframe—less than 18 months—is a testament to his managerial acumen.\n\nThe implications for the Bulgarian League are significant. The end of Ludogorets' 14-year reign promises a new era of increased competitiveness and unpredictability. It proves that sustained dominance can be challenged and overcome with the right project, leadership, and philosophical approach, potentially inspiring other clubs in the division.\n\nJulio Velázquez's journey from Salamanca to champion of Bulgaria is a compelling story of modern football management. It highlights the export of Spanish footballing ideas and the universal principle that a strong, well-defined identity can be the catalyst for success, regardless of the league or the opponent's historical strength.\n\nBased on reporting from Fútbol.","news","Spanish coach Julio Velázquez led Levski Sofia to a historic Bulgarian League title, ending Ludogorets' 14-year dominance. He credits building a team identity for the success.","328067270343397377","326135624820068352","La Liga","0","2026-05-08T05:00:00Z","julio-velazquez-ends-14-year-ludogorets-reign-levski-sofia-s-identity-driven","Mundo Deportivo","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.mundodeportivo.com\u002Ffutbol\u002Finternacional\u002F20260508\u002F1004180264\u002Fjulio-velazquez-tecnico-espanol-campeon-bulgaria-levski-futbol-construir-identidad-te-acerca-buenos-resultados.html","326257567338598400","Ludogorets",[56,59,60,61,62,63,64,65,66,67],"326257545968619520","326257546425798656","326255041704890368","326257664751308800","326222707169431552","326222712592666624","326257536078450688","326255040715034624","326222711653142528",[57,69,70,71,72,73,74,75,76,77],"Arsenal","Aston Villa","Rayo Vallecano","Bulgaria","Anderlecht","Congo DR","Paris Saint Germain","Levski Sofia","Spain","Julio Velázquez Ends 14-Year Ludogorets Reign: Levski Sofia's Identity-Driven Bulgarian League Triumph",[80,106,128,164],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":46,"excerpt":81,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":82,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":51,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":83,"slug":84,"sourceName":85,"sourceURL":86,"teamId":87,"teamName":88,"teamIds":89,"teamNames":97,"title":105},"Ibrahima Konate is in advanced talks to join Real Madrid on a free transfer, making him the second Liverpool player to join Madrid on a free in two years.","337298705826713601","2026-06-02T16:15:09Z","konate-to-real-madrid-27-year-old-set-for-free-transfer","BBC Sport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.bbc.com\u002Fsport\u002Ffootball\u002Farticles\u002Fcx218elj1v0o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss","326257565535047680","Real Madrid",[87,90,91,92,63,93,94,95,67,96],"326257545918287872","326222711447621632","326257534526558208","326257613643714560","326257766752587776","326257809182167040","326257575404244992",[88,98,99,100,73,101,102,103,77,104],"Liverpool","France","RB Leipzig","Hassania Agadir","Fortaleza EC","Oldham","Vanløse","Konate to Real Madrid: 27-Year-Old Set for Free Transfer",{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":46,"excerpt":107,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":108,"leagueId":49,"leagueName":50,"matchId":51,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":109,"slug":110,"sourceName":111,"sourceURL":112,"teamId":87,"teamName":88,"teamIds":113,"teamNames":120,"title":127},"France international Ibrahima Konaté is nearing a transfer to Real Madrid after talks advanced in the last 48 hours, per ESPN sources. 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