Bulgaria and Estonia settle for goalless draw in Nations League match

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Bulgaria and Estonia settle for goalless draw in Nations League match
Summary

Bulgaria and Estonia played to a 0-0 draw in the UEFA Nations League on October 1 in Plovdiv. Ilia Gruev was a standout for Bulgaria, playing the entire match and recording three shots, with a notable effort saved in the 69th minute. Despite dominating possession and creating 17 goal attempts, Bulgaria could not convert any chances into goals. The match leaves Bulgaria with one point from their opening two group matches, with a matchup against Iceland scheduled for Saturday.

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  • •Ilia Gruev played full 90 minutes for Bulgaria.
  • •Bulgaria had 17 attempts but failed to score.
  • •Gruev recorded a game-high three shots.
  • •Bulgaria has one point from two Nations League matches.
  • •Next, Bulgaria faces Iceland on Saturday.
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  • 9:25 AMYahoo Sports — Gruev among the action as Bulgaria held by Estonia
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Ilia Gruev played the full 90 minutes as Bulgaria were held to a goalless draw by Estonia in the UEFA Nations League.The Leeds United midfielder, 26, operated in central midfield and completed his 29t...

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