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Bulgaria will look to respond after a disappointing start when they welcome an in-form Estonia side to the Stadion Hristo Botev in Plovdiv on Tuesday in League C of the UEFA Nations League.
The Lions enter this fixture looking to bounce back after losing their first game in this season’s competition.
Meanwhile, the visiting team will hope they can cause a notable upset and also extend their impressive winning run of form.
Read our prediction, preview and betting tips for the game below, and make sure to check out our today's betting tips page for more of our expert predictions.
Bulgaria vs. Estonia key stats
- Estonia are winless in their last two away games across all competitions.
- Estonia have failed to keep a clean sheet in their last nine away games across all competitions, including friendly matches.
- Bulgaria have lost twice in their last six games across all competitions, with three wins and one draw, including friendly matches.
Bulgaria vs. Estonia preview: Hosts looking to extend unbeaten record against the visitors
Bulgaria vs. Estonia — Tale of the Tape
| Bulgaria | vs | Estonia |
|---|---|---|
| 4th | Position | 2nd |
| 0 | Points | 1 |
| 1 | Goals For | 1 |
| 2 | Goals Against | 1 |
| 0 | Clean Sheets | 0 |
| 4th | Home / Away Rank | 2nd |
Bulgaria began their Nations League campaign on a sour note as they suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Luxembourg on Saturday.
That result extended a worrying run for the Lions, who have failed to win in their last three games, including friendlies.
They have also struggled with their home games, having managed just one win in their last nine in front of their own fans across all competitions.
Since taking charge in September 2025, Aleksandar Dimitrov has overseen three home games, excluding friendlies, recording one win and two losses.
Bulgaria's recent struggles also contributed to their failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Nevertheless, they remain the higher-ranked team by a considerable margin, sitting in 85th position above Estonia, who are currently ranked 127th in the FIFA standings.
Estonia, meanwhile, began their Nations League campaign by producing a result that few expected.
The Blueshirts were behind away in Iceland but fought back to secure a 1-1 draw, despite missing a penalty during the match.
The draw extended their impressive recent run, with Jurgen Henn's team losing only once in their last six games.
That spell has also included Estonia winning the Baltic Cup, giving the team further reason for confidence.
However, their away record in this competition remains a concern, as Estonia have gone eight Nations League away matches without a victory.
Bulgaria vs. Estonia form guide & betting tips
| Bulgaria | vs | Estonia |
|---|---|---|
WWLDL |
Form | DLWWD |
| 14 | Goals For | 4 |
| 7 | Goals Against | 4 |
L |
Nations League | D |
Whispers predicts: Bulgaria 2-0 Estonia
Bulgaria are favourites to win in this UEFA Nations League clash, and we predict a 2-0 victory for the hosts.
The home team hold a notable advantage in this game based on their experience and home advantage.
Ahead of this clash, the bookmakers have tipped Bulgaria to win at 3/4 (1.75) at the Hristo Botev Stadium.
A draw is valued at 23/10 (3.30), while an away victory for Estonia is offered at 17/4 (5.25), making them the clear underdogs.
The market for under 2.5 goals is priced at 4/7 (1.57), and both teams to score (no) is available at 8/13 (1.61).
The home team total goals (over 1.5) are set at 11/10 (2.10), while the first-half draw is given at 1/1 (2.00).
> Bulgaria to win at 3/4 (1.75) | Likelihood: Possible
> Under 2.5 goals at 4/7 (1.57) | Likelihood: Possible
> First-half draw at 1/1 (2.00) | Likelihood: Probable
> Bulgaria to score over 1.5 goals at 11/10 (2.10) | Likelihood: Probable