In a tightly contested Bulgarian First League fixture, Lokomotiv Plovdiv edged out Septemvri Sofia with a narrow 1-0 victory at home. The match, which kicked off at 22:45 on March 13, 2026, was ultimately decided by a single goal, securing crucial points for the hosts in their league campaign. The game's decisive moment came in the second half when Lokomotiv Plovdiv broke the deadlock, capitalizing on a defensive lapse from the visitors. Septemvri Sofia pressed for an equalizer in the closing stages but found the home defense resolute. The result sees Lokomotiv Plovdiv strengthen their position in the upper half of the table, while Septemvri Sofia will be left to rue missed opportunities as they look to climb away from the lower reaches. Both managers acknowledged the fine margins, with the home coach praising his team's discipline and the visiting manager expressing frustration at his side's inability to convert possession into clear chances. The starting lineups featured the usual suspects for both sides, with Lokomotiv's midfield anchor controlling the tempo and their striker proving the match-winner.