Star names join the "Match of Hope" in support of a cause

22.05.2026 | Sport

Three legendary Bulgarian footballers – Ivaylo Petkov, Georgi Chilikov, and Milen Petkov, are joining the charity "Match of Hope". See how you can support the cause.

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New legends on the pitch for the "Match of Hope"

The list of participants in the charity "Match of Hope" continues to grow. Three more renowned footballers are joining the spectacular event:

They will join a galaxy of stars such as Stiliyan Petrov, Dimitar Berbatov, Martin Petrov, Krasimir Balakov, and a number of foreign legends, united by one noble mission.

Mission and goals

The "Match of Hope" is not just a sporting event, but an act of solidarity. The funds will be directed towards:

How to support the cause?

Tickets for the event are already on sale online through the Eventim.bg network, as well as at partner locations (OMV gas stations, Technopolis, Orange, Office 1). For fans in Burgas, physical box offices have been provided at the "Clock" and in front of the Opera. Virtual tickets are also available for those who wish to help remotely.