Levski Sofia cruised to a comprehensive 3-0 victory over city rivals Septemvri Sofia in the Bulgarian First League on 2 August 2026. A convincing derby display at Georgi Asparuhov Stadium saw Levski score three without reply, much to the delight of the home supporters.

From the opening exchanges, Levski dictated the tempo and pushed Septemvri deep into their own half. Their high pressing game created immediate opportunities, and the hosts took the lead midway through the first half. A cleverly worked free-kick was cut back to the edge of the area, where the Levski midfielder steadied himself and arrowed a strike into the bottom corner. The early goal settled any early nerves and forced Septemvri out of their defensive shell.

Levski dominate the capital derby

Septemvri's attempts to respond were sporadic at best. Levski controlled possession and created chances at will, doubling their lead shortly after the restart. A swift passing combination split the visitors’ defence, allowing a striker to sweep the ball beyond the advancing goalkeeper. The third goal followed in the closing stages, as a relentless Levski attack was rewarded with a close-range finish after a goalmouth scramble.

Key moments

• 32' – Opening strike: Levski convert a well-executed free-kick routine to claim the lead.
• 54' – Clinical second: A quick one-two releases the striker for a calm finish.
• 86' – Third goal added: Levski cap a dominant display with a third from close range.

Standout performers

The Levski midfield was the heart of the performance, pressing relentlessly and creating the bulk of their team's chances. The forward line also impressed with intelligent movement, while the back four had a relatively quiet afternoon thanks to their side’s territorial dominance. Septemvri were left to salvage pride, though they will need far more cohesive performances if they are to avoid a difficult season.

Season impact

The win gave Levski Sofia an early-season boost in the Bulgarian First League, reinforcing their status among the title challengers. For Septemvri, the derby defeat served as a reminder of the gap between the city’s biggest club and the chasing pack. More importantly for Levski, the clean sheet and three-goal haul provide a strong platform as they look to build a consistent run of results.