CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 February

CSKA Sofia

W D W L W

2nd place in Bulgaria Premier League

3 - 1

18/02/2023 11:30

Botev Plovdiv

L D D L W

10th place in Bulgaria Premier League

Bulgaria Premier League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv on 18 February 2023 (kick-off: 11:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv preview before placing your bet.

CSKA Sofia will face Botev Plovdiv in Bulgaria Premier League on February 18, 2023 at 11:30.
CSKA Sofia are currently 2nd with 73 points after 30 matches.
Botev Plovdiv sit 10th with 32 points from 30 matches.

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

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

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Weather

STANDINGS UP TO 18/02/2023

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Ludogorets Razgrad	74	30	23	5	2	72	21	51
02 CSKA Sofia	73	30	23	4	3	57	14	43
03 CSKA 1948 Sofia	59	30	17	8	5	49	22	27
04 Levski Sofia	54	30	15	9	6	38	14	24
05 Cherno More Varna	53	30	15	8	7	36	27	9
06 Lokomotiv Plovdiv	50	30	14	8	8	33	28	5
07 Slavia Sofia	49	30	15	4	11	31	27	4
08 Arda	42	30	11	9	10	33	32	1
09 Lokomotiv Sofia	38	30	10	8	12	32	38	-6
10 Botev Plovdiv	32	30	9	5	16	38	40	-2
11 Botev Vratsa	28	30	7	7	16	23	55	-32
12 Beroe Stara Zagora	27	30	7	6	17	26	47	-21
13 Pirin Blagoevgrad	24	30	5	9	16	21	39	-18
14 FC Hebar Pazardzhik	23	30	6	5	19	19	51	-32
15 Septemvri Sofia	22	30	5	7	18	25	45	-20
16 Spartak Varna	17	30	3	8	19	27	60	-33

CSKA Sofia Last 6 matches

23/07/2026 23:00

Qarabag 0 - 0 CSKA Sofia

UEFA Europa League

20/07/2026 23:15

Slavia Sofia 0 - 0 CSKA Sofia

Bulgaria First League

17/07/2026 00:30

Derry City 1 - 2 CSKA Sofia

UEFA Europa League

10/07/2026 01:00

CSKA Sofia 3 - 2 Derry City

UEFA Europa League

03/07/2026 23:00

CSKA Sofia 3 - 0 Marek Dupnitza

International Club Friendly

28/06/2026 23:00

CSKA Sofia 3 - 2 Odra Opole

International Club Friendly

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Botev Plovdiv

22/07/2026 01:30

Botev Plovdiv 1 - 1 Lokomotiv Sofia

Bulgaria First League

13/07/2026 00:30

Botev Plovdiv 4 - 0 Beroe Stara Zagora

International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 23:00

Botev Plovdiv 1 - 0 Spartak Varna

International Club Friendly

04/07/2026 14:00

Botev Plovdiv 1 - 2 Etar

International Club Friendly

01/07/2026 22:30

Botev Plovdiv 4 - 0 FK Chernomorets 1919 Burgas

International Club Friendly

28/06/2026 00:00

Botev Plovdiv 2 - 0 FC Ballkani

International Club Friendly

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Bulgaria Premier Leagu...

Played games

CSKA Sofia

Botev Plovdiv

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.73

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.55

Scored

Avg. per game

1.13

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.33

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

2 (33%)4 (67%)

In last 44 matches

YesNo

37 (84%)7 (16%)

In last 44 matches

NoYes

23 (58%)17 (43%)

CSKA Sofia

Recent matches

Botev Plovdiv

Under /Over

(64%)28 16(36%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(68%)27 13(32%)

Under /Over

(20%)9 35(80%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(33%)13 27(67%)

Under /Over

(41%)18 26(59%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(35%)14 26(65%)

/Yes

(34%)15 29(66%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(45%)18 22(55%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

CSKA Sofia

Botev Plovdiv

Shots

CSKA Sofia

Total shots

10.07 avg / game

Blocked

5 total

Avg. 2.50

Botev Plovdiv

Total shots

10.97 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

CSKA Sofia Pass Botev Plovdiv

Total passes

553

Avg. 277 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

CSKA Sofia

Played games

Botev Plovdiv

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.57

Clean sheets

0.23

5.02

221

Corners

174

4.35

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

0.41

Offsides

0.18

1.23

GK saves

1.38

CSKA Sofia

DISCIPLINARY

Botev Plovdiv

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

3.07

135

106

2.65

0.09

0.18

2.50

110

Fouls

1.73

0.66

Tackles

0.00

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How We Build the CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv on 18 February 2023 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.

CSKA Sofia vs Botev Plovdiv Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess CSKA Sofia's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Botev Plovdiv'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 CSKA Sofia and Botev Plovdiv sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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