Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips Predictions

Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Predictions, Lineups & Betting Tips

Botev Plovdiv and CSKA 1948 meet in a highly anticipated clash on September 28, 2025, at the Hristo Botev Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 18:30 GMT in the Bulgarian First League. Both sides are fighting for momentum, and our Football Park prediction model has analyzed the data to provide expert betting insights for this encounter.

Football Park’s advanced algorithm weighs over 200 data points, including team form, tactical matchups, and historical head-to-head records. Our model gives CSKA 1948 a strong edge, but recent history suggests Botev Plovdiv are capable of springing a surprise. Here’s everything you need to know ahead of this clash, including Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 predictions, key betting tips, and match facts.

Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Previous Meetings

The two teams have shared a competitive history in recent years, though CSKA 1948’s dominance has grown in recent encounters:

• 16 Mar 2025 – Botev Plovdiv 0-5 CSKA 1948
• 06 May 2024 – Botev Plovdiv 0-0 CSKA 1948
• 07 Apr 2024 – Botev Plovdiv 0-0 CSKA 1948
• 09 Sep 2022 – Botev Plovdiv 2-0 CSKA 1948
• 01 Oct 2021 – Botev Plovdiv 3-1 CSKA 1948
• 13 Mar 2021 – Botev Plovdiv 3-2 CSKA 1948

The record shows Botev once enjoyed a strong upper hand, but CSKA 1948’s emphatic 5-0 away win in March 2025 highlights a recent shift in the balance of power.

Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Predictions

Our Football Park algorithm calculates a 46.7% probability of an away win, compared to just 26.7% for a home victory, with the draw option also sitting at 26.7%. This suggests CSKA 1948 are clear favourites, but not overwhelming ones, leaving room for betting value.

Top Two Football Park Best Bets:

CSKA 1948 to Win @ 2.38 – With the algorithm strongly favouring the visitors, this market provides attractive value given their recent 5-0 demolition of Botev.

Over 0.5 First Half Goals @ 1.50 – With an 80% probability, this selection looks reliable, especially given the open nature of recent meetings between these two clubs.

Our prediction model leans towards a 0-2 correct score, reflecting CSKA 1948’s stronger attacking metrics and Botev’s struggles in front of goal.

Best Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Betting Tips

Football Park’s betting tipsters highlight the away win as the most valuable angle in this fixture. At 2.38 odds, CSKA 1948’s price is more generous than expected given their superior form and head-to-head dominance.

The Over 0.5 First Half Goals market @ 1.50 also appeals as a strong supporting bet. Historically, Botev have been leaky at the back in early periods, and CSKA 1948’s attack has been ruthless when given early opportunities.

Together, these markets provide a balanced betting strategy: backing the visitors to win, while also securing profit potential from early match action.

Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Match Facts

Competition: Bulgarian First League

Date & Time: September 28, 2025 | 18:30 GMT

Venue: Hristo Botev Stadium, Plovdiv

Referee: Appointment TBC

Broadcast: Domestic broadcast via Diema Sport; international streaming available on select platforms

The Hristo Botev Stadium provides an atmospheric backdrop, with home fans hoping to inspire a response after their side’s heavy defeat in the last head-to-head meeting.

Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 Matches Timeline

The trajectory of recent results shows a shift in momentum:

Botev dominated head-to-head encounters between 2021–2022, winning three out of four.

By contrast, CSKA 1948 have tightened up defensively, recording back-to-back clean sheets in 2024.

The March 2025 5-0 victory underlines the visitors’ current superiority.

This timeline of Botev Plovdiv vs CSKA 1948 matches highlights why the algorithm now places greater confidence in an away win, while still acknowledging the historic unpredictability of this fixture.

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