Botev Vratsa lineup @ Lokomotiv Sofia

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Botev Vratsa's expected lineup at Lokomotiv Sofia, Sat 24 Oct, based on the XI they have started most this season (starts from 4 matches): Orlinov (3); Sanyang (4), Stoev (4), Buchkov (3); Tsonev (4), Yurukov (4), Smolenski (3), Gallegos (2); Goranov (4), Naydenov (4), Petkov (4). No fan has predicted this match yet. Last updated after the Spartak Varna match on 10 Oct.

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  • TRANSFERBuchkov signs from CSKA Sofia18 Aug · Transfer
  • TRANSFERTchétchao signs from Botev Vratsa18 Aug · Free agent
  • TRANSFERGigov signs from Ludogorets16 Aug · Transfer
  • TRANSFERDimitrov signs from Sampdoria9 Aug · Transfer
  • TRANSFERVlajković leaves for Tikveš14 Jul · Free agent
  • TRANSFERMechev signs from Hebar 191812 Jul · Free agent
  • TRANSFEROuorou goes out on loan to CSKA Sofia2 Jul · Loan
  • TRANSFERKichukov joins on loan from CSKA Sofia II2 Jul · Loan

Botev Vratsa predicted lineup vs Lokomotiv Sofia

MOST USED XI

Botev Vratsa's expected lineup away at Lokomotiv Sofia in the First League is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 4 official matches: Orlinov in goal, a back three of Sanyang, Stoev and Buchkov, and Goranov, Naydenov and Petkov further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land.

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  • Most-used shape: 4-2-3-1 in 4 of the last 4 matches.
  • Based on starts across 4 official matches this season.

Expected XI derived from official lineups we hold for Botev Vratsa, not from a team sheet. Official lineups are released 20 to 60 minutes before kick-off.

Todor Simov, Botev Vratsa manager
Head Coach
Todor Simov
Since Jul 2025
Formation tendency
4-2-3-1most-used · 4 of last 4
4-2-3-1
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Most Common Botev Vratsa Starting XI

Based on 4 official matches this season

The 11 players with the most starts across all official lineups this season.

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Botev Vratsa transfers

LAST 6 MONTHS · 12 MOVES
SIGNED
8
DEPARTED
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IN · 8
  • BBuchkovfrom CSKA SofiaTransferAUG '26
  • TTchétchaofrom Botev VratsaFree agentAUG '26
  • GGigovfrom LudogoretsTransferAUG '26
  • DDimitrovfrom SampdoriaTransferAUG '26
  • MMechevfrom Hebar 1918Free agentJUL '26
  • KKichukovfrom CSKA Sofia IILoanJUL '26
  • SSanyangfrom CSKA SofiaLoan returnJUL '26
  • BBorukovfrom MarítimoFree agentJUN '26
OUT · 4
  • VVlajkovićto TikvešFree agentJUL '26
  • OOuorouto CSKA SofiaLoanJUL '26
  • PPanovto Rilski SportistFree agentJUN '26
  • GGeorgievto Lokomotiv G. OryahovitsaFree agentJUN '26
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Botev Vratsa

What is Botev Vratsa's expected lineup?
Botev Vratsa's expected lineup away at Lokomotiv Sofia in the First League is built from the XI they have started most often, usually a 4-2-3-1, across 4 official matches: Orlinov in goal, a back three of Sanyang, Stoev and Buchkov, and Goranov, Naydenov and Petkov further forward. Fan predictions for this fixture are open now, and this XI updates as they land. Full XI (4-2-3-1): Orlinov, Sanyang, Stoev, Buchkov, Tsonev, Yurukov, Smolenski, Gallegos, Goranov, Naydenov, Petkov.
Who started Botev Vratsa's last match?
Botev Vratsa's starting XI on 10 Oct 2026 in the Bulgaria First League (4-2-3-1): M. Orlinov, S. Sanyang, I. Goranov, M. Stoev, A. Buchkov, R. Tsonev, I. Yurukov, M. Smolenski, J. Gallegos, V. Naydenov, M. Petkov.
What was Botev Vratsa's last result?
Botev Vratsa lost to Spartak Varna 0–1 on 10 Oct 2026.
When did Botev Vratsa last win?
Botev Vratsa last won on 4 Sept 2026, beating Septemvri Sofia 3–2.
Who takes penalties for Botev Vratsa?
D. Genov has taken the most penalties for Botev Vratsa in the 2025/26 season, scoring 1 of 1.
Who has made the most starts for Botev Vratsa this season?
M. Stoev leads with 4 starts for Botev Vratsa across all competitions this season.
What formation does Botev Vratsa use most often?
Botev Vratsa have used a 4-2-3-1 in 4 of their 4 matches this season.
Which Botev Vratsa goalkeeper has started the most this season?
M. Orlinov has made the most starts as goalkeeper for Botev Vratsa this season, starting 3 matches.
Which Botev Vratsa defender has started the most this season?
M. Stoev has made the most starts as defender for Botev Vratsa this season, starting 4 matches.
Which Botev Vratsa midfielder has started the most this season?
I. Yurukov has made the most starts as midfielder for Botev Vratsa this season, starting 4 matches.
Which Botev Vratsa forward has started the most this season?
I. Goranov has made the most starts as forward for Botev Vratsa this season, starting 4 matches.
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