CSKA 1948 Sofia emerged victorious from a five-goal thriller, defeating city rivals Lokomotiv Sofia 3-2 in the Bulgarian First League. The dramatic derby win provides a massive boost for CSKA 1948 in the league table and delivers bragging rights in the capital. CSKA 1948 flew out of the blocks, scoring twice in the opening twenty minutes to stun the visitors. Lokomotiv Sofia showed great spirit to fight back, pulling a goal back before halftime and then equalizing early in the second half to set up a grandstand finish. The match winner came with just over ten minutes remaining, as CSKA 1948's midfielder unleashed a stunning strike from distance that flew into the top corner. Lokomotiv pushed for a second equalizer but fell short, leaving CSKA 1948 to celebrate a crucial and entertaining derby victory.