Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv preview and prediction
The match
The First League sees Lokomotiv Plovdiv take on Botev Plovdiv on Monday 25 May, kicking off at 15:45 (WAT) at Stadion Lokomotiv. Lokomotiv Plovdiv are 11th with 12 points from 14 games (in the bottom half), while Botev Plovdiv sit 5th on 23 points (in the top half).
Form guide
Lokomotiv Plovdiv's last 5: LWWDL Most recently they lost to Cherno More Varna 0–2 away. At home they have won 1 and lost 1 of their last 3. They average 1.5 scored and 0.7 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Botev Plovdiv's last 5: LLWDW Most recently they lost to Arda Kardzhali 1–2 at home. On the road they have won 2 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.0 scored and 0.8 conceded. 3 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 3 May 2026, finished Botev Plovdiv 0–2 Lokomotiv Plovdiv. Across their last 2 meetings Lokomotiv Plovdiv have won 1, Botev Plovdiv 0, with 1 draw and 2.0 goals per game; both teams scored in 1 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.4 goals: 1.1 for Lokomotiv Plovdiv and 1.3 for Botev Plovdiv. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 44%, both teams to score at 53%. Their recent games have mostly stayed under 2.5.
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 76% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1–1 Botev Plovdiv. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Lokomotiv Plovdiv34%fair 2.94 · @2.95
Draw22%fair 4.57 · @3.20
Botev Plovdiv44%fair 2.27 · @2.20
2.40Expected goals
1.09Lokomotiv Plovdiv xG
1.30Botev Plovdiv xG
53%Both score
44%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–113%
0–112%
1–010%
0–09%
1–28%
0–28%
From our goals model: Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1.1 – 1.3 Botev Plovdiv expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 76% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv?
On our numbers Lokomotiv Plovdiv have a 34% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Botev Plovdiv 44%.
How many goals will there be in Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv?
We expect about 2.4 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 44% likely and both teams score 53% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv?
Our predicted score is Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1–1 Botev Plovdiv, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.4 goals in total.
When is Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv?
Lokomotiv Plovdiv vs Botev Plovdiv (First League) kicks off on Monday 25 May 2026 at 15:45 (West Africa Time) at Stadion Lokomotiv.
Analysis by the Footrivo model, blended with bookmaker prices. Kick-off times shown in your local time. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, please bet responsibly.
