Botev Vratsa bounced back from a previous defeat to secure a 1-0 home win against Arda in the Bulgarian First League on March 7, 2026. The narrow victory at the Stadion Hristo Botev provided a vital three points for the hosts in their battle to move up the league standings. The only goal of a closely fought contest came in the second half, with Botev Vratsa converting a chance from a set-piece situation. Arda pressed for an equalizer in the latter stages but found the home defense organized and difficult to break down. This result was a significant morale booster for Botev Vratsa, while Arda's inconsistent away form continued as they failed to score.