CSKA 1948 Sofia claimed a narrow 1-0 away win against Lokomotiv Sofia in the Bulgarian First League on October 20th, 2025. The victory at the Stadion Lokomotiv Sofia was decided by a solitary goal, underscoring CSKA 1948's growing resilience this season. In a tense Sofia derby, both teams fought hard in midfield, resulting in a first half with few clear chances. The deadlock was broken in the second period when CSKA 1948 capitalized on a defensive lapse to score the game's only goal. Lokomotiv Sofia pushed for an equalizer in the closing stages but lacked the creativity to break down a well-drilled visiting defense. The win was a valuable one for CSKA 1948's ambitions in the top half of the table. The CSKA 1948 manager praised his team's defensive discipline, while the Lokomotiv Sofia coach was frustrated by his side's inability to score at home.