Lokomotiv Plovdiv is a professional football club based in the city of Plovdiv, Bulgaria, competing in the top-flight Bulgarian First League. The club's full name is Professional Football Club Lokomotiv Plovdiv, and they play their home matches at the Lokomotiv Stadium. Founded in 1926, the team's traditional colors are black and white. The club has a long and storied history in Bulgarian football, with its name deriving from its original connection to the railway workers' union, a common origin for many "Lokomotiv" clubs across Eastern Europe. Throughout its history, Lokomotiv Plovdiv has been a consistent presence in the Bulgarian First League, achieving notable success including winning the Bulgarian Cup on multiple occasions, most recently in 2023. Their passionate fan base, known for creating a vibrant atmosphere at the Lokomotiv Stadium, supports a team that regularly challenges for European qualification. In the modern era, the club continues to be a competitive force, blending experienced domestic players with strategic foreign signings to maintain its status as one of Bulgaria's most respected clubs.