Match Prediction
Match Prediction
Bulgaria
Preview
The CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv prediction is on every football fan’s mind ahead of their First League meeting on November 22, 2025. With the match set for a 15:00 GMT kick-off at the iconic Balgarska Armiya Stadium, this fixture promises more than just three points—it’s a test of form, history, and new beginnings for both sides. Let’s break down the stats, tactics, and betting odds to see where the smart money lies.
CSKA Sofia, often simply called CSKA, enter this 16th round of the First Professional League season riding a wave of confidence. Currently sitting 6th in the table, the Reds have strung together five straight wins in all competitions, including a gritty 1-0 away victory over Levski Sofia and a commanding 5-1 thrashing of Beroe at home. Their squad, valued at a robust €17.55 million, looks settled and hungry under the guidance of new manager Hristo Yanev, who took the reins in late September 2025.
Botev Plovdiv, meanwhile, are navigating choppier waters. Sitting 9th in the standings, the Canaries have shown flashes of quality—like their 4-0 Cup demolition of Lokomotiv Plovdiv—but consistency has eluded them. Their last five league games read two wins, one draw, and two losses. The club’s value stands at €10.27 million, and they’re in the midst of a major shake-up, both on and off the pitch.
When it comes to the head to head record, CSKA Sofia have been the dominant force. Since 2005, they’ve won 29 of 53 meetings, with Botev Plovdiv claiming 12 victories and 12 matches ending in a draw. Last season, the Reds took three wins from four, but the most recent encounter on July 19, 2025, ended in a 1-1 stalemate—proof that Botev can still spring a surprise, even when the betting odds are stacked against them.
Both clubs have new faces in the dugout. CSKA’s Hristo Yanev is still shaping his team, while Botev have just welcomed Dimitar “Hero” Dimitrov, a coach known for discipline and tactical maturity. With over 100 staff changes at Botev in recent months, stability is a work in progress.
Now, let’s talk numbers—because that’s where the CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv prediction gets interesting for sports betting fans. The latest betting odds are crystal clear:
NerdyTips’ AI has run the simulations, and the verdict is emphatic: back the home team. The best tip is a CSKA Sofia win (1), with a confidence rating of 9.0/10 and odds of 1.36. The 1x2 prediction also leans heavily toward the hosts, with a calculated trust of 9.0 and matching odds. If you’re looking for a safer bet, this is as close as it gets.
The AI’s model takes into account CSKA’s superior squad value, recent winning streak, and historical dominance in this fixture. While Botev Plovdiv’s new coach might inject some fresh energy, it’s hard to see them overturning the odds so soon after a major club overhaul.
For those looking to spice up their sports betting slip, the over 2.5 goals market offers decent value at 1.67, though the trust level is only 2.8—so maybe don’t bet the house on a goal fest. Still, with both teams boasting in-form strikers and a history of lively encounters, a 2:1 scoreline feels about right.
In summary, the CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv prediction points to a home win, with the Reds likely to keep their momentum rolling. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just looking for smart betting odds, this fixture has all the ingredients of a classic Bulgarian football story—just maybe not a fairy tale ending for the visitors.
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1 -278
CSKA Sofia is expected to win with odds of -2781 -278
CSKA Sofia is expected to win with odds of -278Over 2.5 -133
At least 3 goals will be scored in the matchYes 107
Both teams are expected to score1X&O1.5 -313
Home win/draw and over 1.5 goals
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 Botev Plovdiv |
19-Jul-25
1:1
| CSKA Sofia  |
| Botev Plovdiv |
26-May-25
0:4
| CSKA Sofia |
| CSKA Sofia |
09-May-25
3:0
| Botev Plovdiv |
| Botev Plovdiv |
22-Feb-25
0:3
| CSKA Sofia |
| CSKA Sofia |
30-Aug-24
0:1
| Botev Plovdiv |
| Botev Plovdiv |
01-May-24
2:0
| CSKA Sofia |
| CSKA Sofia |
17-Apr-24
0:1
| Botev Plovdiv |
| CSKA Sofia |
17-Mar-24
4:0
| Botev Plovdiv |
| Botev Plovdiv |
22-Sep-23
1:2
| CSKA Sofia |
| CSKA Sofia |
18-Feb-23
3:1
| Botev Plovdiv |
Recent Matches of CSKA Sofia
Recent Matches of Botev Plovdiv
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Partizan. |
Bulgaria - First League| Team | Matches | Goals | Points | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Levski Sofia | 19 | 43-12 | 44 |
| 2 |
CSKA 1948 | 19 | 31-20 | 37 |
| 3 |
Ludogorets | 18 | 31-13 | 34 |
| 4 |
Cherno More | 19 | 25-14 | 33 |
| 5 |
CSKA Sofia | 19 | 27-16 | 31 |
| 6 |
Lokomotiv | 19 | 20-22 | 29 |
| 7 |
Slavia Sofia | 19 | 23-21 | 28 |
| 8 |
Lokomotiv | 19 | 21-18 | 26 |
| 9 |
Botev Vratsa | 19 | 15-16 | 25 |
| 10 |
Arda Kardzhali | 19 | 20-19 | 24 |
| 11 |
Botev Plovdiv | 19 | 25-29 | 21 |
| 12 |
Spartak Varna | 19 | 18-30 | 17 |
| 13 |
Beroe | 18 | 16-28 | 16 |
| 14 |
Montana | 19 | 14-33 | 15 |
| 15 |
Septemvri | 19 | 19-41 | 15 |
| 16 |
Dobrudzha | 19 | 13-29 | 12 |
