Lokomotiv Plovdiv edged out Slavia Sofia 2-1 in a closely contested Bulgarian First League match on August 16, 2025. The game, starting at 2:15 AM, was a back-and-forth affair with the home side just doing enough to claim the points. Lokomotiv Plovdiv struck first and managed to establish a two-goal cushion, which proved decisive. Slavia Sofia fought back valiantly, scoring to set up a grandstand finish, but couldn't find the crucial equalizer. The win is a significant boost for Lokomotiv Plovdiv's early-season form, while Slavia Sofia, after a heavy defeat to Ludogorets, showed improved resilience but ultimately fell short again.