Ludogorets Razgrad II continued their solid run in Bulgarian Second Professional League (Vtora Liga) with a convincing 3-1 victory over Lokomotiv Gorna Oryahovitsa at the sport complex in Razgrad. The young Eagles produced an energetic display to outclass their visitors, who left with little to show from the trip.

The home side started brightly and took the lead inside 12 minutes when a well-worked move down the right flank ended with a low cross being turned in at the near post. Lokomotiv Gorna Oryahovitsa struggled to find their rhythm, often losing the ball in midfield to Ludogorets' pressing game. The hosts doubled their advantage in the 28th minute from a corner kick, where an unmarked header gave the goalkeeper no chance.

Lokomotiv pulls one back but Ludogorets responds

Just before halftime, Lokomotiv managed to reduce the deficit. A free kick from the edge of the box was curled over the wall and found the top corner, giving the visitors a lifeline. However, Ludogorets Razgrad II reasserted control early in the second half. In the 53rd minute, a brilliant individual run from the left wing ended with a powerful strike into the roof of the net, restoring the two-goal cushion.

Match overview and statistics

• Possession: Ludogorets Razgrad II 55% – 45% Lokomotiv Gorna Oryahovitsa
• Shots on target: Home 7 – 3 Away
• Yellow cards: Two for each side in a competitive encounter.

The result keeps Ludogorets Razgrad II in the upper half of the Vtora Liga standings, while Lokomotiv Gorna Oryahovitsa remain in the relegation battle. The resilience shown after conceding before halftime suggests the Ludogorets reserve side is developing well under their coaching staff, blending youth team products with experienced fringe players.