Botev Plovdiv 1-0 Slavia Sofia: result and AI prediction

Botev Plovdiv – Slavia Sofia, First League, Saturday, October 10, 2026 at 06:00 PM (GMT). Venue: Hristo Botev Stadium

Botev Plovdiv is #6 in the table (16 pts) and Slavia Sofia #7 (11 pts). Botev Plovdiv is unbeaten in its last 5 matches. Slavia Sofia has kept 4 clean sheets in 10 matches. Last 6 head-to-head meetings: Botev Plovdiv 2, draws 1, Slavia Sofia 3. Their last meeting, on March 20, 2026, ended Slavia Sofia 0-1 Botev Plovdiv.

AI predicted: 1-0 · Final score: 1-0✓ Exact score

AI confidence: Medium

AI match recap

Botev arrive with the sharper league momentum and the benefit of playing in Plovdiv, giving them the clearer platform to dictate the match. Slavia sit nearby in the table but bring a more cautious recent profile, built on keeping games tight rather than creating sustained attacking pressure. The absence picture is currently clean, and Botev’s settled selection strengthens the case for a controlled home performance. Expect patience from the hosts and a Slavia side looking to make transitions and dead-ball situations decisive.

Head-to-head analysis

The recent head-to-head record is finely balanced, with Botev winning the latest meeting but Slavia also recording several wins in the broader sequence. Their last meeting in Plovdiv ended level, reinforcing the likelihood of a competitive, narrow contest.

Injuries and absences

No confirmed absences are reported for either team in the available team news. Botev’s apparent continuity is a modest advantage because it preserves recent on-pitch relationships.

Form (last 5)

Botev PlovdivLeague position #6 · 16 ptsW W W
Slavia SofiaLeague position #7 · 11 ptsW D L

Botev Plovdiv vs Slavia Sofia stats

Botev PlovdivSlavia Sofia
Played1010
Goals scored169
Goals conceded148
Clean sheets34

Last meetings

  • 2026-03-20Slavia Sofia 0-1 Botev Plovdiv
  • 2025-10-18Botev Plovdiv 1-1 Slavia Sofia
  • 2025-03-03Slavia Sofia 3-2 Botev Plovdiv
  • 2024-10-19Botev Plovdiv 1-0 Slavia Sofia
  • 2024-05-20Slavia Sofia 3-1 Botev Plovdiv
  • 2024-04-27Botev Plovdiv 0-1 Slavia Sofia

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