CSKA Sofia claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over city rivals CSKA 1948 Sofia in the Bulgarian First League on 2026-02-14T20:45. This derby win is a significant result in the context of the Sofia football scene and the league title race. The only goal of the game came in the second half, breaking the deadlock in what was a tense and closely fought match. CSKA 1948 Sofia pushed for an equalizer but found the CSKA Sofia defense resolute, protecting their lead until the final whistle. The key incident was the decisive goal, which sparked wild celebrations among the away supporters. This victory provides CSKA Sofia with crucial points in the league table, strengthening their position at the top, while dealing a blow to their rivals' ambitions. The winning manager praised his team's derby mentality, while the CSKA 1948 coach lamented a lack of clinical edge.