Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv preview and prediction
The match
The First League sees Arda Kardzhali take on Botev Plovdiv on Friday 4 September, kicking off at 19:15 (WAT) at Arena Arda. Arda Kardzhali are 6th with 21 points from 14 games (in the top half), while Botev Plovdiv sit 5th on 23 points (in the top half). Only 2 points separate the two sides, so there is plenty riding on it.
Form guide
Arda Kardzhali's last 5: WWWWL Most recently they beat Botev Vratsa 2–0 at home. At home they have won 3 and lost 0 of their last 3. They average 1.7 scored and 0.5 conceded. 4 clean sheets in that run show a solid defence.
Botev Plovdiv's last 5: LLLWW Most recently they lost to Levski Sofia 1–3 at home. On the road they have won 0 and lost 3 of their last 3. They average 1.2 scored and 1.8 conceded.
Arda Kardzhali arrive in clearly the better form, averaging 2.5 points a game against 1.0.
Head to head
The last meeting, on 26 June 2026, finished Botev Plovdiv 2–1 Arda Kardzhali. Across their last 2 meetings Arda Kardzhali have won 1, Botev Plovdiv 1, with 0 draws and 3.0 goals per game; both teams scored in 2 of them.
Goals outlook
Our model expects about 2.5 goals: 1.5 for Arda Kardzhali and 1.0 for Botev Plovdiv. That is close to an average game: over 2.5 at 45%, both teams to score at 56%.
Our pre-match pick was Under 3.5 goals – a 75% chance at odds of 1.25. Predicted score: Arda Kardzhali 1–1 Botev Plovdiv. Bets settle on the 90-minute score. Predictions are estimates, not guarantees – 18+, bet responsibly.
Win chances
Arda Kardzhali50%fair 2.00 · @2.10
Draw22%fair 4.58 · @3.25
Botev Plovdiv28%fair 3.55 · @3.20
2.49Expected goals
1.48Arda Kardzhali xG
1.02Botev Plovdiv xG
56%Both score
45%Over 2.5
Most likely scores
1–112%
1–012%
2–19%
2–09%
0–18%
0–08%
From our goals model: Arda Kardzhali 1.5 – 1.0 Botev Plovdiv expected. Correct scores are long shots even at the top of this list.
What is the prediction for Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv?
Our pick is Under 3.5 goals with a 75% chance, at bookmaker odds of 1.25.
Who will win Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv?
On our numbers Arda Kardzhali have a 50% chance of winning, the draw 22% and Botev Plovdiv 28%.
How many goals will there be in Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv?
We expect about 2.5 goals. Over 2.5 goals is 45% likely and both teams score 56% of the time on our projection.
What is the predicted score for Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv?
Our predicted score is Arda Kardzhali 1–1 Botev Plovdiv, the most likely score that fits our pick. We expect about 2.5 goals in total.
When is Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv?
Arda Kardzhali vs Botev Plovdiv (First League) kicks off on Friday 4 September 2026 at 19:15 (West Africa Time) at Arena Arda.
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.
