In a surprising friendly result, Botev Vratsa secured a convincing 5-2 away victory over Slavia Sofia in an International Club Friendly on March 28, 2026. The match, played at Slavia's home ground, saw the visitors put on an impressive attacking display to overcome their top-flight opponents. Botev Vratsa stunned the hosts by taking an early lead and continued to find the net consistently throughout the match. Slavia Sofia struggled to contain the visitors' forward line and, despite pulling a couple of goals back, were always chasing the game. The five goals conceded will be a concern for Slavia's management as they prepare for competitive fixtures, while Botev Vratsa will take great confidence from such a high-scoring win against a respected opponent. This result serves as a potent reminder of the unpredictable nature of preseason friendlies, where form and preparation can lead to unexpected scorelines.