Lokomotiv Plovdiv with a noble gesture towards those affected by the fires in Bulgaria

02.08.2025 | News and stories

The football club will financially support the affected families from the Trun Municipality and will honor the firefighters with applause before the match with CSKA.

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Professional Football Club "Lokomotiv Plovdiv" launched a large-scale initiative to support those affected by the devastating fires that swept through various regions of the country. The management and entire team demonstrated exceptional empathy towards the struggling Bulgarian citizens.

In an official press release, the club announced that coaches, players, and employees will donate financial resources in support of families from Tryn Municipality, who were most severely impacted by the fire disaster. The management emphasized the importance of solidarity and unity during national crises.

As an expression of respect for all those fighting the fires, the management of the "black and whites" decided that the upcoming match against CSKA will begin with an official minute of applause. This gesture aims to honor the efforts of firefighters, volunteers, and rescue services who work around the clock to protect human lives and property.

Lokomotiv Plovdiv's initiative shows that sports can be not only a competition, but also a platform for social responsibility and national solidarity.