First League
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv
Fri, 30 Oct 2026 - 17:30 (UK Time)
Stadium: Stadion Lokomotiv
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv Prediction & Stats - First League 2026/27
Predictions
Another instalment of a long-running fixture. Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv carries real history into this round of the First League.
The two sides meet on 30/10 (Friday) at Stadion Lokomotiv, 17:30 (UK time).
Read the Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv prediction below before backing anything.
Our verdict on Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv
A deep head-to-head record gives this fixture a story, and that context feeds directly into our thinking. This is the Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv call we are most confident in:
Eagle Predict Prediction
Over 2.5 Goals
Last updated on 30-10-2026.
Who do the bookmakers favour?
The market makes Botev Plovdiv the side to beat, with roughly 35% of the implied odds in their favour.
For the wider picture, compare all First League odds and the rest of the round's fixtures before you settle on a bet.
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 Preview
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 reach this fixture 12 match into their First League. Here is where The Railwaymen stand:
In this competition
1 won, 6 drawn, 5 lost
0.75 points per game
13 scored, at 1.08 a game
20 conceded, at 1.67 a game
The Railwaymen, season-wide
1 won, 6 drawn, 5 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Cauê Caruso Alves, 3 goals
Most assists: Spas Delev, 4 assists
Recent results — Lokomotiv Sofia 1929
24/10/2026 09:30
10/10/2026 10:30
20/09/2026 08:15
16/09/2026 12:00
11/09/2026 14:00
Botev Plovdiv: how they are travelling
Botev Plovdiv come in 12 matches into their First League.
Here is what The Canaries have produced:
In this competition
6 won, 1 drawn, 5 lost
1.58 points per game
17 scored, at 1.42 a game
18 conceded, at 1.5 a game
The Canaries, season-wide
6 won, 1 drawn, 5 lost across all competitions
Leading scorer: Asen Chandarov, 6 goals
Most assists: Carlos Miguel Meotti de Almeida, 4 assists
Recent results — The Canaries
23/10/2026 12:00
10/10/2026 13:00
19/09/2026 09:30
13/09/2026 13:30
04/09/2026 14:15
The head-to-head favours Botev Plovdiv
Botev Plovdiv have generally come out ahead of The Railwaymen in their recent meetings.
From 14 match(es):
Botev Plovdiv: 6 win(s)
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929: 4 win(s)
Drawn: 4
That trend is worth factoring into the Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv prediction.
Form comparison Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv
A side-by-side look at how both teams are performing right now, to set the context for your bets:
Home Team
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929
Bulgaria - First League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
W
L
D
|
0.75 |
| Home |
D
D
L
L
L
|
0.33 |
| Away |
W
D
D
L
D
|
1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 8% | 0% | 17% |
| Goals | 2.75 | 2.67 | 2.83 |
| Scored | 1.08 | 0.83 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.83 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 83% | 83% | 83% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 0% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 8% | 17% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.49 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.73 | 1.65 |
Away Team
Botev Plovdiv
Bulgaria - First League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
W
W
W
|
1.58 |
| Home |
D
W
W
L
W
|
2.17 |
| Away |
L
W
W
L
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.92 | 2.5 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.42 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 42% | 50% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 50% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.69 | 1.29 |
|
xGA
|
1.47 | 1.11 | 1.82 |
Further markets to consider
Beyond the main tip at the top of the page, two more selections stand out for this match-up:
👉 Prediction: Double Chance - 1X
Our betting recommendation is to take Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 to win or draw in the Double Chance market. This means that as long as Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 avoids defeat, the bet is successful—an outcome we think is very likely.
With the gap in quality between the two teams clear from recent performances, along with Lokomotiv Sofia 1929’s strong home record, we don’t see them losing to Botev Plovdiv in this match.
👉 Prediction: Botev Plovdiv to Win
Botev Plovdiv faces a tough challenge against Lokomotiv Sofia 1929, especially playing at Stadion Lokomotiv, but we still see them as the stronger side.
Their recent form has been outstanding, with strong performances and positive momentum on their side. Our betting tip is Botev Plovdiv to win the match.
Fixture information - Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv
Match: Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs Botev Plovdiv
Competition: First League
Date: Friday, 30/10/2026
Kick-off: 17:30 (UK time)
Venue: Stadion Lokomotiv
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Stats
The statistics for Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 vs The Yellow-Blacks that you will find on this page should help you make well-informed decisions for placing your bets.
Goal Average
3
League: 2.64
Both Teams to Score
58%
League: 53%
Over 1.5+
92%
League: 78%
Over 2.5+
59%
League: 48%
Cards
5
League: 4.9
Corners
8.66
League: 8.84
Home Team
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929
Bulgaria - First League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
D
W
L
D
|
0.75 |
| Home |
D
D
L
L
L
|
0.33 |
| Away |
W
D
D
L
D
|
1.17 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 8% | 0% | 17% |
| Goals | 2.75 | 2.67 | 2.83 |
| Scored | 1.08 | 0.83 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.67 | 1.83 | 1.5 |
| Both Teams to Score | 83% | 83% | 83% |
| Without Conceding | 8% | 0% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 8% | 17% | 0% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.36 | 1.49 | 1.23 |
|
xGA
|
1.69 | 1.73 | 1.65 |
Away Team
Botev Plovdiv
Bulgaria - First League
| Form | Last 5 | PPG |
|---|---|---|
| Overall |
D
L
W
W
W
|
1.58 |
| Home |
D
W
W
L
W
|
2.17 |
| Away |
L
W
W
L
L
|
1 |
| Stats | Overall | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win % | 50% | 67% | 33% |
| Goals | 2.92 | 2.5 | 3.33 |
| Scored | 1.42 | 1.5 | 1.33 |
| Conceded | 1.5 | 1 | 2 |
| Both Teams to Score | 42% | 50% | 33% |
| Without Conceding | 33% | 50% | 17% |
| Failed To Score | 25% | 0% | 50% |
| first to Score | 0% | 0% | 0% |
|
xG
|
1.49 | 1.69 | 1.29 |
|
xGA
|
1.47 | 1.11 | 1.82 |
Corners
9.67 / Match
+4% Corners / Match
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 received +4% more corners than Botev Plovdiv in the First League
9.33 / Match
Botev Vratsa
(5)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(10)
Spartak Varna
(6)
CSKA Sofia
(3)
Cherno More
(5)
Ludogorets
(2)
Dunav 2010
(7)(5)
CSKA 1948 Sofia
(6)
Slavia Sofia
(4)
Septemvri Sofia
(2)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(2)
Arda
(6)
Levski Sofia
(3)
Botev Vratsa
Cards
3.33 / Match
+67% Cards / Match
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 received +67% more cards than Botev Plovdiv in the First League
2 / Match
Botev Vratsa
(3)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(5)
Spartak Varna
(6)
CSKA Sofia
(2)
Cherno More
(3)
Ludogorets
(4)
Dunav 2010
(3)(1)
CSKA 1948 Sofia
(2)
Slavia Sofia
(3)
Septemvri Sofia
(3)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(1)
Arda
(3)
Levski Sofia
(3)
Botev Vratsa
Goals Scored
1.08 / Match
+31%
Botev Plovdiv is +31% better in terms of goals scored
1.42 / Match
Botev Vratsa
(1)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(1)
Spartak Varna
(1)
CSKA Sofia
(0)
Cherno More
(2)
Ludogorets
(1)
Dunav 2010
(2)(0)
CSKA 1948 Sofia
(1)
Slavia Sofia
(3)
Septemvri Sofia
(2)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(3)
Arda
(1)
Levski Sofia
(0)
Botev Vratsa
Goals Conceded
1.67 / Match
+10%
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929 condeded +10% more goals than Botev Plovdiv
1.5 / Match
Botev Vratsa
(1)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(1)
Spartak Varna
(0)
CSKA Sofia
(2)
Cherno More
(2)
Ludogorets
(2)
Dunav 2010
(2)(4)
CSKA 1948 Sofia
(0)
Slavia Sofia
(0)
Septemvri Sofia
(0)
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
(2)
Arda
(3)
Levski Sofia
(1)
Botev Vratsa
First League Standings
| # | Team | MP | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | PPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
CSKA Sofia
|
12 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 29 | 9 | 20 | 30 | 2.5 |
| 2 |
Levski Sofia
|
11 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 24 | 5 | 19 | 29 | 2.64 |
| 3 |
Ludogorets
|
11 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 21 | 9 | 12 | 26 | 2.36 |
| 4 |
CSKA 1948 Sofia
|
12 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 25 | 13 | 12 | 25 | 2.08 |
| 5 |
Botev Plovdiv
|
12 | 6 | 1 | 5 | 17 | 18 | -1 | 19 | 1.58 |
| 6 |
Arda
|
12 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 16 | 18 | -2 | 18 | 1.5 |
| 7 |
Spartak Varna
|
12 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 17 | -6 | 13 | 1.08 |
| 8 |
Slavia Sofia
|
12 | 2 | 6 | 4 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 1 |
| 9 |
Dunav 2010
|
12 | 3 | 2 | 7 | 15 | 21 | -6 | 11 | 0.92 |
| 10 |
Botev Vratsa
|
12 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 10 | 21 | -11 | 10 | 0.83 |
| 11 |
Lokomotiv Sofia 1929
|
12 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 13 | 20 | -7 | 9 | 0.75 |
| 12 |
Lokomotiv Plovdiv
|
12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 14 | -8 | 9 | 0.75 |
| 13 |
Cherno More
|
12 | 2 | 3 | 7 | 13 | 22 | -9 | 9 | 0.75 |
| 14 |
Septemvri Sofia
|
12 | 2 | 2 | 8 | 10 | 23 | -13 | 8 | 0.67 |
Odds
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