Match Recap
A five-goal thriller ended in a nervy finish as Botev Plovdiv held off a fierce late comeback to secure a 3-2 win over Spartak Varna in First League action. Botev Plovdiv dominated the opening half, building a commanding cushion through early goals from Mascote in the 4th minute, A. Chandarov in the 28th minute, and S. Kalu in the 39th minute. Spartak Varna responded after the break, cutting into the deficit when S. Petrov struck in the 58th minute. The visitors pressed until the final whistle, creating late drama when A. Ahmedov scored in the 90+3 minute, but time ran out on their fightback. The result earns Botev Plovdiv their first victory in three games this season, while extending their perfect record of one win from one meeting against Spartak Varna. Press play to relive Mascote opening the scoring in minute 4 and Ahmedov's 90+3 minute strike that set up the tense final moments.
