Lokomotiv Plovdiv's hopes for a positive result were dashed in a 0-1 home loss to CSKA 1948 Sofia in the Bulgarian First League on May 26, 2025. A solitary goal, likely from a set-piece or a moment of individual quality in the first half, was enough for the visitors from Sofia to claim a valuable away victory. Lokomotiv Plovdiv, playing in front of their home fans, dominated possession for large periods and created numerous chances but were repeatedly denied by a combination of poor finishing and excellent goalkeeping from the CSKA 1948 keeper. The decisive moment came against the run of play, as CSKA 1948 capitalized on a defensive lapse to score what proved to be the winner. This result tightened the race in the middle of the Bulgarian First League table, with CSKA 1948 gaining crucial points in their push for European qualification, while Lokomotiv Plovdiv's inconsistent form continued. The Plovdiv manager expressed frustration at his team's profligacy in front of goal after the match.