Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna: match statistics
Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Botev Plovdiv played against Spartak Varna in First League (Bulgaria). The game was played on August 10, 2026. Venue: Stadion Hristo Botev. Final score: 3:2.
Recent form
Botev Plovdiv has 1 win, 1 draw and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.33 points per game. Spartak Varna has 2 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses, with 2.33 points per game.
Scoring records
Botev Plovdiv scores 1.33 goals per game and allows 1.33. Spartak Varna scores 2.00 and allows 0.67. Games in this league average 2.56 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Botev Plovdiv's games and 33% of Spartak Varna's. The Over 2.5 rates are 33% and 67%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 56% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Botev Plovdiv has the higher season xG average, 2.10 to 1.05 per game. Botev Plovdiv takes 15.0 shots per game, while Spartak Varna takes 8.0.
First-half and second-half trends
Botev Plovdiv leads at halftime in 33% of its games and scores 0.67 goals per game after halftime. Spartak Varna leads at halftime in 100% and scores 0.67 after halftime.
When the teams score
Botev Plovdiv's most productive scoring window is minutes 76-90+ (2 goals). For Spartak Varna, it is minutes 0-15 (2 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
First League games average 2.56 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 56% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Spartak Varna sit 3rd and remain unbeaten this season, winning 4 of their last five matches and drawing just once; over the same period, Botev recorded 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats. The visitors are highly effective, scoring 11 goals in their last five games, while away from home they average 3 goals per match with a 38% shot conversion rate. Their defense also looks solid, having conceded just 2 goals in their last five outings, while their only away match so far ended with a clean sheet. Botev have home advantage, average 16 shots and post an xG of 2.27, but this has translated into only 1 goal per home game. The hosts should dominate possession for long periods, as their average possession stands at 58% compared with Spartak’s 36%, but the visitors’ current form, superior efficiency and tighter defense slightly favor an away win.
View the statistical overviewBTTS - will both teams score?
The signal for BTTS - No is primarily driven by Spartak’s very solid defensive record: the visitors have kept a clean sheet in 100% of their league matches so far, and have conceded just 2 goals in their last five games, averaging 0.4 per match. BTTS has occurred in only 0% of Spartak’s matches this season and 20% of their last five, while as many as 100% of their matches with at least three goals ended with one side failing to score. Botev nevertheless pose a genuine threat, having averaged 2.19 xG and scored 2.0 goals per game across their last five matches, which is why the No edge is not substantial. Spartak also possess a strong attack, averaging 2.2 goals in their last five appearances, but their effective defense increases the likelihood that the hosts could be the side to fail to break through. The scenario in which at least one team fails to score is therefore slightly more likely than both teams finding the net.
View BTTS statisticsOver/Under - goals analysis
Spartak Varna are in very good defensive form: they have conceded only 2 goals in their last 5 matches, averaging 0.4 per game, and have yet to concede in their away-season data. Botev have averaged 2.0 goals in their last five matches, but against such a solid defense, their projected total drops to around 1.22 goals. The visitors have recently scored 2.2 goals per match, but the hosts allow an average of just 1.2 goals, limiting Spartak’s projection to 1.38. Both teams recorded Over 2.5 goals in 60% of their last five matches; however, neither had a game exceeding 4.5 goals, while the combined projection of 2.60 clearly supports a lower line. The strongest selection is Under 3.5 goals, as a four-goal or higher scenario would require breaking through the visitors’ very strong defense.
View Over/Under statisticsHT/FT - half-time and full-time scenario
Spartak Varna are in clearly stronger current form: they have won 80% of their last five matches, scoring an average of 2.2 goals and conceding just 0.4. The visitors led at the break in each of their last five games, scoring an average of 1.4 goals before half-time, while Botev averaged 0.8 goals in this phase and were level at half-time in 60% of their matches. Spartak’s defense is an additional argument, having kept a clean sheet in 100% of their matches so far this season and in 80% of their last five outings. Botev have been capable of starting well at home, but they have averaged no goals after the break, while Spartak have scored 2.0 goals per game in that period. Therefore, the most likely scenario is for the visitors to lead at half-time and secure the final victory: HT/FT 2/2.
View first-half and second-half statisticsStats by half
Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Botev Plovdiv | Spartak Varna | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 56% | 38% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.14 | 0.13 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.16 | 0.67 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Spartak Varna is 75% better for: last-5 form.
1.33 pts / game - Botev Plovdiv · 2.33 pts / game - Spartak Varna
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Spartak Varna is 50% better for: goals scored per game.
1.33 goals / game - Botev Plovdiv · 2 goals / game - Spartak Varna
Spartak Varna is 99% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.33 goals / game - Botev Plovdiv · 0.67 goals / game - Spartak Varna
Botev Plovdiv scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 meczów), while Spartak Varna keeps a clean sheet in 67% (2 of 3 meczów).
Spartak Varna scores in 100% of games (3 of 3 meczów), while Botev Plovdiv keeps a clean sheet in 33% (1 of 3 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Botev Plovdiv
Over / Under - Spartak Varna
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Spartak Varna is 80% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.67 pts / game - Botev Plovdiv · 3 pts / game - Spartak Varna
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Botev Plovdiv - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 33% of games and wins 33%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.7 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Spartak Varna - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 100% of games and wins 67%. Sometimes gives up a halftime lead.
Allows 0.7 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.67 | 0.67 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.3 | 1.0 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.7 |
| 1 goal | 67% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 67% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 33% |
| Clean sheet | 67% | 33% |
| No goal | 33% | 33% |
| Goal difference | +1 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 3.00 | 1.33 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.3 | 0.7 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.0 | 0.7 |
| Average goals per game | 1.3 | 1.3 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 67% |
| 2 goals | 33% | 67% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 100% | 67% |
| No goal | 0% | 67% |
| Goal difference | +4 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (2 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 0-15 (2 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (1). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Botev Plovdiv
Spartak Varna
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (First League).
Teams vs league
| Botev Plovdiv | Liga | Spartak Varna | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.67 | 2.56 | ▲ 2.67 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 56% | ▼ 33% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 33% | 56% | ▲ 67% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 33% | 24% | ▲ 67% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 67% | 74% | ▲ 100% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 67% | 81% | ▼ 67% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Head-to-head
Record from Botev Plovdiv's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Spartak Varna. Games average 5.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna?
The First League match finished Botev Plovdiv 3:2 Spartak Varna. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Botev Plovdiv and Spartak Varna?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Botev Plovdiv won 1, Spartak Varna won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 5.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna?
Botev Plovdiv score 1.33 goals per game on average and Spartak Varna 2.00. The First League average is 2.56 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 56% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Botev Plovdiv's matches and 33% of Spartak Varna's.
What form are Botev Plovdiv and Spartak Varna in?
Over the last 5 games Botev Plovdiv have a 1-1-1 record (1.33 points per game) and Spartak Varna 2-1-0 (2.33 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna?
The statistical background for Botev Plovdiv vs Spartak Varna — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.