Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 12 May

Botev Plovdiv

D L W W D

8th place in League

1-2

12/05/2026 17:15

FC Arda Kardzhali

L W W W L

7th place in League

Bulgaria Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali on 12 May 2026 (kick-off: 17:15) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali preview before placing your bet.

Botev Plovdiv are currently 8th with 40 points after 30 matches.
FC Arda Kardzhali sit 7th with 44 points from 30 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Botev Plovdiv to win with probability 44%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Arda Kardzhali, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Botev Plovdiv have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

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Pred

Correct

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Weather

17:15

2026-05-12

Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali - Prediction & Odds

Botev Plovdiv

FC Arda Kardzhali

2026-05-12 17:15

STANDINGS UP TO 12/05/2026

League	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Levski Sofia	70	30	22	4	4	64	22	42
02 Ludogorets Razgrad	60	30	17	9	4	57	20	37
03 CSKA 1948 Sofia	59	30	18	5	7	50	31	19
04 CSKA Sofia	56	30	16	8	6	43	23	20
05 Lokomotiv Plovdiv	46	30	11	13	6	30	33	-3
06 Cherno More Varna	44	30	11	11	8	33	26	7
07 FC Arda Kardzhali	44	30	12	8	10	33	27	6
08 Botev Plovdiv	40	30	11	7	12	40	37	3
09 Slavia Sofia	39	30	10	9	11	36	33	3
10 Botev Vratsa	38	30	9	11	10	24	26	-2
11 Lokomotiv Sofia	37	30	9	10	11	40	39	1
12 Spartak Varna	27	30	5	12	13	25	50	-25
13 FC Dobrudzha	26	30	7	5	18	23	43	-20
14 Septemvri Sofia	26	30	7	5	18	25	58	-33
15 Beroe Stara Zagora	23	30	4	11	15	19	44	-25
16 PFK Montana	17	30	3	8	19	15	45	-30

Championship Round	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Levski Sofia	81	6	3	2	1	7	3	4
02 CSKA 1948 Sofia	67	6	2	2	2	4	4	0
03 Ludogorets Razgrad	67	6	2	1	3	4	5	-1
04 CSKA Sofia	63	6	2	1	3	4	7	-3

Relegation	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Botev Vratsa	53	7	4	3	0	12	6	6
02 Lokomotiv Sofia	47	7	2	4	1	11	9	2
03 Slavia Sofia	46	7	2	1	4	6	11	-5
04 Spartak Varna	37	7	3	1	3	10	7	3
05 Septemvri Sofia	36	7	2	4	1	7	6	1
06 Beroe Stara Zagora	34	7	3	2	2	9	8	1
07 FC Dobrudzha	31	7	1	2	4	5	9	-4
08 PFK Montana	23	7	1	3	3	6	10	-4

Qualifications	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Lokomotiv Plovdiv	55	6	3	0	3	6	8	-2
02 FC Arda Kardzhali	54	6	3	1	2	9	7	2
03 Cherno More Varna	54	6	3	1	2	7	8	-1
04 Botev Plovdiv	46	6	2	0	4	9	8	1

Head To Head

26/04/2026 16:00

FC Arda Kardzhali

0 - 2

Botev Plovdiv

BUL FL

02/12/2025 16:00

FC Arda Kardzhali

0 - 0

Botev Plovdiv

BUL FL

04/08/2025 18:15

Botev Plovdiv

0 - 5

FC Arda Kardzhali

BUL FL

09/03/2025 10:00

Botev Plovdiv

1 - 1

FC Arda Kardzhali

BUL FL

23/09/2024 17:00

FC Arda Kardzhali

1 - 0

Botev Plovdiv

BUL FL

27/05/2024 17:00

Botev Plovdiv

0 - 1

FC Arda Kardzhali

BUL FL

Botev Plovdiv

17%

Draw

33%

FC Arda Kardzhali

50%

Botev Plovdiv Last 6 matches

09/05/2026 13:15

Cherno More Varna 2 - 0 Botev Plovdiv BUL FL

03/05/2026 13:15

Botev Plovdiv 0 - 2 Lokomotiv Plovdiv BUL FL

26/04/2026 16:00

FC Arda Kardzhali 0 - 2 Botev Plovdiv BUL FL

14/04/2026 17:30

FC Dobrudzha 0 - 3 Botev Plovdiv BUL FL

08/04/2026 17:30

Botev Plovdiv 1 - 1 Lokomotiv Plovdiv BUL FL

04/04/2026 14:00

Botev Plovdiv 5 - 0 Spartak Varna BUL FL

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches FC Arda Kardzhali

08/05/2026 14:30

Lokomotiv Plovdiv 2 - 0 FC Arda Kardzhali BUL FL

03/05/2026 10:30

FC Arda Kardzhali 0 - 0 Cherno More Varna BUL FL

30/04/2026 16:00

Lokomotiv Plovdiv 1 - 1 FC Arda Kardzhali BUL Cup

26/04/2026 16:00

FC Arda Kardzhali 0 - 2 Botev Plovdiv BUL FL

22/04/2026 16:00

FC Arda Kardzhali 0 - 4 Lokomotiv Plovdiv BUL Cup

15/04/2026 17:30

FC Arda Kardzhali 1 - 0 Ludogorets Razgrad BUL FL

Win

17%

Draw

33%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

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Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Botev Plovdiv

FC Arda Kardzhali

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.89

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.69

Scored

Avg. per game

0.56

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.47

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 36 matches

YesNo

18 (50%)18 (50%)

In last 36 matches

NoYes

13 (36%)23 (64%)

Botev Plovdiv

Recent matches

FC Arda Kardzhali

Under /Over

(78%)28 8(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(61%)22 14(39%)

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)12 24(67%)

Under /Over

(50%)18 18(50%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(25%)9 27(75%)

/Yes

(50%)18 18(50%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(28%)10 26(72%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Botev Plovdiv

FC Arda Kardzhali

Shots

Botev Plovdiv

Total shots

10.66 avg / game

Blocked

11 total

Avg. 3.67

FC Arda Kardzhali

Total shots

10.00 avg / game

Blocked

7 total

Avg. 1.75

Botev Plovdiv Pass FC Arda Kardzhali

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Botev Plovdiv

Played games

FC Arda Kardzhali

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.31

Clean sheets

0.42

4.83

174

Corners

150

4.17

17.61

634

Throw-ins

617

17.14

1.19

Offsides

1.42

0.67

GK saves

0.42

Botev Plovdiv

DISCIPLINARY

FC Arda Kardzhali

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.33

2.14

0.17

0.19

9.97

359

Fouls

384

10.67

0.00

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali on 12 May 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Bulgaria Premier League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Botev Plovdiv vs FC Arda Kardzhali Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Botev Plovdiv's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Arda Kardzhali's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Bulgaria Premier League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Bulgaria Premier League standings and the Bulgaria Premier League form table to understand exactly where Botev Plovdiv and FC Arda Kardzhali sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Bulgaria Premier League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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