Bulgarian champions Ludogorets Razgrad maintained their strong start to the season with a 2-1 home victory over Botev Plovdiv at the Huvepharma Arena. The win keeps Ludogorets at the top of the Bulgarian First League table, though they were made to work hard for the three points by a determined Botev side. Ludogorets took control early and established a two-goal lead, seemingly on course for a comfortable win. However, Botev Plovdiv pulled a goal back in the second half to create a nervy finish. The champions held on, however, to secure another vital win in their quest for another league title, while Botev can take positives from a competitive performance against the country's best team.