In a surprising result in the Bulgarian First League, Botev Vratsa pulled off a stunning 3-1 away victory over their more illustrious namesake, Botev Plovdiv. The match at the Hristo Botev Stadium in Plovdiv was turned on its head by a clinical second-half performance from the visitors, who came from behind to secure a memorable win. Plovdiv took an early lead through a well-worked team move, seemingly setting the stage for a comfortable home victory. However, Vratsa equalized just before halftime against the run of play, changing the complexion of the game. The visitors then scored twice in quick succession after the break, capitalizing on defensive disarray to stun the home crowd. This result is a major blow to Plovdiv's European qualification ambitions, while for Vratsa, it represents a crucial three points in their fight to avoid relegation, providing a massive boost in confidence.