The Bulgaria First League showdown between Botev Plovdiv and Cherno More Varna on 01.08.2026 promises to be a highlight of the season. This match pits two evenly matched teams against each other. Browse our expert prediction, understand the dynamics, and use our detailed analysis to make an informed bet on this anticipated game.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2/2 | 3 |
| 7 | Botev Plovdiv | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1 |
| 8 | CSKA Sofia | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0/0 | 1 |
| 11 | Slavia Sofia | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0/1 | 1 |
| 12 | Cherno More Varna | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 1/4 | 1 |
| 13 | Septemvri Sofia | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2/3 | 1 |
Key Player Statistics: Botev Plovdiv vs Cherno More Varna
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x 5 x 8Botev Plovdiv vs Cherno More Varna Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Cherno More Varna | 16.05.2026 | 5-0 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Botev Plovdiv | 09.05.2026 | 2-0 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Cherno More Varna | 29.11.2025 | 2-1 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Botev Plovdiv | 27.07.2025 | 2-1 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Botev Plovdiv | 05.04.2025 | 1-1 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Cherno More Varna | 25.10.2024 | 1-0 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Cherno More Varna | 31.03.2024 | 0-0 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Botev Plovdiv | 26.09.2023 | 1-0 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Botev Plovdiv | 04.03.2023 | 1-2 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Cherno More Varna | 19.08.2022 | 3-4 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Botev Plovdiv | 27.07.2026 | 3-2 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Lokomotiv Sofia | 21.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Beroe | 12.07.2026 | 4-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Spartak Varna | 04.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Etar Veliko Tarnovo | 04.07.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Chernomorets 1919 Burgas | 01.07.2026 | 4-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Ballkani | 27.06.2026 | 2-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Arda Kardzhali | 26.06.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Spartak Pleven | 23.06.2026 | 4-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Botev Plovdiv | Lokomotiv Sofia | 27.03.2026 | 3-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Spartak Varna | 26.07.2026 | 0-3 |
| First League | Botev Vratsa | Cherno More Varna | 19.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 11.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dobrudzha | 08.07.2026 | 2-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Farul Constanta | Cherno More Varna | 08.07.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Spartak Pleven | 03.07.2026 | 1-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Lokomotiv G. Oryahovitsa | 01.07.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Yantra 2019 | Cherno More Varna | 24.06.2026 | 0-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Etar Veliko Tarnovo | 31.01.2026 | 3-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Chernomorets 1919 Burgas | 28.01.2026 | 1-0 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Botev Plovdiv VS Cherno More Varna
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Botev Plovdiv vs Cherno More Varna
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Botev Plovdiv vs Cherno More Varna
There's unfinished business between these two sides, and Botev Plovdiv know it.
The Plovdiv outfit host Cherno More Varna in the Bulgaria First League, and while we're only a couple of games into the new season, the history between these clubs adds serious spice to this one.
Just look at what happened last May. Botev hammered Cherno More 5-0 at home. A demolition job. But here's where it gets interesting — just a week before that thrashing, Cherno More had beaten Botev 2-0 on their own turf. That kind of wild swing tells you everything about how unpredictable this rivalry can be.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative about Botev being comfortable favourites at 2.10. Yes, they have home advantage and that recent 5-0 memory. But dig deeper into the head-to-head record and you'll find Cherno More winning six of the last twenty meetings. This fixture bites back.
Here's what you need to watch for — Cherno More are already shipping goals at an alarming rate this season. Two games played, four goals conceded, just one scored. That's a defence under real pressure before this trip to Plovdiv even begins.
Botev, by contrast, look solid at the back after a 1-1 draw with Lokomotiv Sofia on the opening day. Their pre-season form was genuinely impressive, with multiple 4-0 wins in friendlies, suggesting a squad in good shape and full of confidence.
The surprising stat that sharp bettors should note? Botev have scored in the first half in each of their last three competitive home wins over Cherno More. If they find the net early, Cherno More have consistently crumbled in this fixture.
Tactically, keep your eyes on K. Balogiannis in midfield for Botev. Three assists last season across 25 appearances — he's the creative engine. If he links up quickly with the forwards, Cherno More's shaky backline could be exposed early.
On the betting markets, the Botev win looks solid value at 2.10, but I'd also strongly consider the Both Teams to Score — No option given Cherno More's current attacking struggles. The Over 2.5 Goals market is worth a serious look too, with both sides showing a pattern of high-scoring home meetings historically.
My bold prediction? Botev Plovdiv win 3-0, with the first goal arriving before the 25-minute mark. Cherno More simply don't have the defensive organisation right now to handle a confident home side with a point to prove.
Forget the season standings for a minute. When these two meet, history suggests fireworks — and this time, Botev's Hristo Botev Stadium should be rocking from the very first whistle.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D. Naumov | Bulgaria | 28 | Goalkeeper | 186 | n/a |
| K. Balogiannis | Greece | 27 | Defender | 179 | 71 |
| Tailson | Brazil | 27 | Midfielder | 174 | 66 |
| N. Minkov | Bulgaria | 28 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| A. Yordanov | Bulgaria | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| T. Nedelev | Bulgaria | 33 | Midfielder | 176 cm | n/a |
| E. Kwateng | France | 29 | Defender | 183 | 75 |
| S. Petkov | Bulgaria | 31 | Attacker | 185 | 79 |
| I. Popov | Bulgaria | 38 | Midfielder | 182 cm | 77 kg |
| D. Mitkov | Bulgaria | 26 | Attacker | 191 | n/a |
| E. Martinov | Bulgaria | 34 | Midfielder | 180 cm | n/a |
| N. Soldo | Croatia | 25 | Defender | 189 | 78 |
| N. Iliev | Bulgaria | 22 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Henrique Jocú | Portugal | 24 | Midfielder | 177 | 73 |
| Noga | Brazil | 24 | Defender | 182 | 72 |
| John Emmanuel | Nigeria | 21 | Midfielder | 183 | n/a |
| Aleksa Maraš | Montenegro | 24 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| I. Videv | Bulgaria | 20 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| A. Ojo | Nigeria | 19 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| S. Tsonov | Bulgaria | 18 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Name | Country | Age | Position | Height | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P. Iliev | Bulgaria | 34 | Goalkeeper | 180 | 70 |
| T. Panov | Bulgaria | 37 | Midfielder | 172 | n/a |
| V. Panayotov | Bulgaria | 36 | Midfielder | 177 | 70 |
| A. Chandarov | Bulgaria | 27 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Z. Atanasov | Bulgaria | 35 | Defender | 187 | 85 |
| David Teles | Portugal | 28 | Midfielder | 179 | 63 |
| Alberto Martín | Spain | 37 | Defender | 179 cm | 73 kg |
| V. Drobarov | North Macedonia | 33 | Defender | 187 | n/a |
| D. Tonev | Bulgaria | 24 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
| Weslen Júnior | Brazil | 26 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| João Pedro | Brazil | 26 | Midfielder | 170 | 69 |
| K. Tomov | Bulgaria | 23 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| A. Donchev | Bulgaria | 24 | Midfielder | 176 | n/a |
| Danylo Chalykh | Ukraine | 25 | Goalkeeper | n/a | n/a |
| Celso Sidney | Portugal | 25 | Attacker | 187 | 80 |
| R. Stefanov | Bulgaria | 23 | Defender | n/a | n/a |
| N. Zlatev | Bulgaria | 21 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| João Bandaró | Brazil | 22 | Defender | 186 | 74 |
| G. Lazarov | Bulgaria | 20 | Attacker | n/a | n/a |
| P. Marinov | Bulgaria | 20 | Midfielder | n/a | n/a |
Botev Plovdiv vs Cherno More Varna match odds
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