Botev Novi Pazar vs Riltsi: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Botev Novi Pazar prepare to host Riltsi on May 13, 2026, with kick-off at 16:00, this BULGARIA: Third League, North-East fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Botev Novi Pazar, currently 12th in the standings with 26 points from 28 games, trail the leaders by 47 points. They've earned 19 points from 14 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 8 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 11 goals scored.

Riltsi, sitting 16th with 21 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 3 points from 13 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 16 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Recent meetings between Botev Novi Pazar and Riltsi have favored Riltsi, with Riltsi claiming victory in their most recent clash (0-2). Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.

In their previous league match against Benkovski Isperih, Botev Novi Pazar recorded a 1-4 defeat while lining up in a standard formation.

Riltsi's last outing came against Svetkavitsa 14, where they secured a 2-1 victory using a standard system.

Looking ahead, Botev Novi Pazar are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Botev Novi Pazar and Riltsi are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Botev Novi Pazar's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 3 clean sheets. Riltsi's games average 4.3 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 50% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides showing defensive resilience, expect goals mainly from one team.

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