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When Botev Plovdiv II vs CSKA Sofia II face off at the Nikola Shterev-Starika Complex, expect a battle of wits rather than fireworks. The betting odds tell an intriguing story: CSKA’s implied 43% win probability (2.32 odds) defies the league’s away-day blues, where visitors triumph just 14.6% of the time. But our AI leans into the anomaly, tagging an ‘X2’ pick (1.39 odds) as the safer play—hinting at either CSKA’s resilience or Botev’s vulnerabilities. Here’s why.
The total goals market screams caution. The league averages just 2.15 goals per game, with under 2.5 goals landing in 70.7% of matches. Our AI doubles down on this trend, predicting a 0-1 CSKA win (2.32 odds) and a 0-0 halftime stalemate. Consider these stats:
CSKA’s midfield discipline often morphs away games into grinding contests. They absorb pressure and strike selectively—a style that explains their betting odds defying historical away struggles. Botev, meanwhile, oscillates between brilliance and brittleness. Their recent 3-0 upset over Pirin (5.75 odds) showcased their ceiling, but consistency remains elusive.
No assigned referee yet? That’s an unseen variable. Lesser-known officials often favor home sides subconsciously, which could tilt Botev Plovdiv II vs CSKA Sofia II prediction models. Also, remember CSKA’s gritty 0-0 at Montana (6.45 odds)—proof they can scrap for results when aesthetics fail.
The head to head history leans slightly toward CSKA, but the real story is in the expected grind. Our AI’s 0-1 scoreline pick (2.32 odds) and under 2.5 goals (1.67 odds) align with league trends, yet Botev’s sporadic brilliance whispers of potential upsets. For value hunters, a CSKA Sofia II double chance (X2) at 1.39 odds feels like the smart hedge.
One thing’s certain: this won’t be a classic. But for tactical purists and betting odds sleuths, it’s a fascinating puzzle.
When Botev Plovdiv II vs CSKA Sofia II face off at the Nikola Shterev-Starika Complex, expect a battle of wits rather than fireworks. The betting odds tell an intriguing story: CSKA’s implied 43% win probability (2.32 odds) defies the league’s away-day blues, where visitors triumph just 14.6% of the time. But our AI leans into the anomaly, tagging an ‘X2’ pick (1.39 odds) as the safer play—hinting at either CSKA’s resilience or Botev’s vulnerabilities. Here’s why.
The total goals market screams caution. The league averages just 2.15 goals per game, with under 2.5 goals landing in 70.7% of matches. Our AI doubles down on this trend, predicting a 0-1 CSKA win (2.32 odds) and a 0-0 halftime stalemate. Consider these stats:
CSKA’s midfield discipline often morphs away games into grinding contests. They absorb pressure and strike selectively—a style that explains their betting odds defying historical away struggles. Botev, meanwhile, oscillates between brilliance and brittleness. Their recent 3-0 upset over Pirin (5.75 odds) showcased their ceiling, but consistency remains elusive.
No assigned referee yet? That’s an unseen variable. Lesser-known officials often favor home sides subconsciously, which could tilt Botev Plovdiv II vs CSKA Sofia II prediction models. Also, remember CSKA’s gritty 0-0 at Montana (6.45 odds)—proof they can scrap for results when aesthetics fail.
The head to head history leans slightly toward CSKA, but the real story is in the expected grind. Our AI’s 0-1 scoreline pick (2.32 odds) and under 2.5 goals (1.67 odds) align with league trends, yet Botev’s sporadic brilliance whispers of potential upsets. For value hunters, a CSKA Sofia II double chance (X2) at 1.39 odds feels like the smart hedge.
One thing’s certain: this won’t be a classic. But for tactical purists and betting odds sleuths, it’s a fascinating puzzle.
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X2 -256
CSKA Sofia II to win or draw with odds of -2562 132
CSKA Sofia II is expected to win with odds of 132Under 2.5 -149
No more than 2 goals will be scored in the matchNo -106
At least one team is not expected to scoreX2&U3.5 -114
Away win/draw and under 3.5 goals
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Botev II |
28-Apr-25
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CSKA II |
30-Oct-24
2:0
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Bulgaria - Second League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Dobrudzha | 38 | 75-22 | 85 |
| 2 |
Montana | 38 | 53-15 | 78 |
| 3 |
Pirin | 38 | 55-41 | 72 |
| 4 |
Marek | 38 | 44-31 | 65 |
| 5 |
Yantra 2019 | 38 | 59-37 | 64 |
| 6 |
Dunav Ruse | 38 | 52-35 | 64 |
| 7 |
Etar Veliko | 38 | 51-40 | 56 |
| 8 |
Belasitsa | 38 | 42-45 | 56 |
| 9 |
CSKA 1948 Sofia | 38 | 51-53 | 52 |
| 10 |
Lokomotiv G. | 38 | 41-41 | 52 |
| 11 |
Spartak Pleven | 38 | 35-43 | 51 |
| 12 |
Ludogorets II | 38 | 53-42 | 51 |
| 13 |
CSKA Sofia II | 38 | 47-41 | 49 |
| 14 |
Fratria | 38 | 45-50 | 48 |
| 15 |
FK Minyor | 38 | 36-56 | 41 |
| 16 |
Sportist Svoge | 38 | 22-40 | 37 |
| 17 |
Litex | 38 | 19-45 | 33 |
| 18 |
Botev Plovdiv | 38 | 33-70 | 29 |
| 19 |
Nesebar | 38 | 28-63 | 28 |
| 20 |
Strumska Slava | 38 | 23-54 | 28 |