The Bulgaria First League brings another thrilling encounter on 21.08.2026, with Cherno More Varna facing Dunav Ruse. Given Cherno More Varna's robust lineup and tactical advantage, they are expected to win. Our match analysis will guide you through the game's critical aspects, helping you make the best betting decisions.
Standings of both teams
| № | Team | Played | Win | Draw | Loss | GF/GA | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Septemvri Sofia | 4 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 2/9 | 1 |
| 13 | Cherno More Varna | 5 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 4/12 | 1 |
| 14 | Dunav Ruse | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 2/8 | 0 |
Cherno More Varna vs Dunav Ruse Historical Match Results
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 11.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 01.02.2025 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 10.07.2024 | 4-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 07.02.2024 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dunav Ruse | Cherno More Varna | 05.07.2023 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 01.02.2023 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dunav Ruse | Cherno More Varna | 01.09.2021 | 0-0 |
| First League | Dunav Ruse | Cherno More Varna | 16.02.2020 | 0-2 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 30.08.2019 | 1-1 |
| First League | Dunav Ruse | Cherno More Varna | 17.03.2019 | 1-1 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | CSKA 1948 | Cherno More Varna | 14.08.2026 | 4-1 |
| First League | Cherno More Varna | Ludogorets | 09.08.2026 | 2-3 |
| First League | Botev Plovdiv | Cherno More Varna | 01.08.2026 | 1-0 |
| 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 |
| League | Home | Away | Date | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First League | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | Dunav Ruse | 16.08.2026 | 1-2 |
| First League | Dunav Ruse | Arda Kardzhali | 08.08.2026 | 0-2 |
| First League | CSKA Sofia | Dunav Ruse | 02.08.2026 | 2-1 |
| First League | Dunav Ruse | Ludogorets | 27.07.2026 | 0-2 |
| First League | Levski Sofia | Dunav Ruse | 17.07.2026 | 2-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Cherno More Varna | Dunav Ruse | 11.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dunav Ruse | Dobrudzha | 01.07.2026 | 1-1 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Spartak Varna | Dunav Ruse | 27.06.2026 | 0-0 |
| Friendlies Clubs | Dunav Ruse | Lokomotiv G. Oryahovitsa | 20.06.2026 | 1-2 |
| Friendlies Clubs | CSKA Sofia | Dunav Ruse | 31.01.2026 | 3-1 |
Comparative Team Statistics: Cherno More Varna VS Dunav Ruse
Last 20 Matches Statistics: Cherno More Varna vs Dunav Ruse
Bookies' predictions
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Betting Intelligence: Cherno More Varna vs Dunav Ruse
htmlTwo teams at the bottom of the Bulgaria First League table. Zero wins between them. A combined goal difference of minus fourteen. This is not a glamour fixture — but sometimes the most desperate games produce the most drama.
Cherno More Varna sit 13th with just one point from five games. Dunav Ruse are 14th with nothing at all. Four games played, zero points, zero wins. This match is already enormous for both clubs, and the season has barely started.
Here's what you need to watch for: Dunav are not just winless — they are leaking goals at an alarming rate. Eight conceded in four First League games. That is two goals per game, and they have not managed to find a clean sheet yet. Cherno More are not much better, having shipped twelve in five outings. But at least they have a point on the board. That small gap in quality could matter more than the odds suggest.
Don't be fooled by the mainstream narrative that this is just a battle between two struggling sides with nothing to choose between them. Cherno More have genuine home advantage here, and their recent head-to-head record against Dunav in preseason friendlies tells a story. They beat them 4-0 in July 2024 and 2-1 in February 2025. Dunav have not beaten Cherno More in a competitive fixture since way back in 2021 — and even then it was a friendly.
The surprising stat that bettors should not ignore? Dunav's only First League goals this season came in a single game. Their attacking output has been nearly invisible against top-flight opposition. Cherno More, for all their defensive problems, have at least scored four league goals. That attacking edge at home could prove decisive.
Tactically, I expect Cherno More to press high and exploit Dunav's clear lack of confidence. A team without a single point is fragile psychologically. The Black Sea side should have enough quality at home to punish that.
In terms of betting markets, the value here is clear. Cherno More at 1.77 is a reasonable price given the context. Both teams to score looks tempting too — these defences are porous, and neither side is likely to shut up shop. I would also back over 2.5 goals seriously. These are two teams that defend like open doors.
My bold prediction: Cherno More win 2-1, with Dunav grabbing a consolation late on — because that is exactly what desperate teams do.
Saturday night under the lights in Varna. Two clubs fighting for their season's soul. Get involved.
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Team Lineups and Player Details:
| 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 | 24 | 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 |
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