PFC Neftochimic Burgas
Results
| Bulgaria Play-Offs | 06/08 15:00 | - |
Rakovski 2011
v
Neftochimik 1962 
|
W | 0-2 | |
| Bulgaria Cup | 08/28 14:30 | - |
Neftochimik 1962 v
Chernomorets Burgas
|
L | 0-3 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 11/03 13:00 | 16 |
[9] Montana 1921
v
PFC Neftochimic Burgas [20]
|
L | 7-0 | |
| Bulgaria Second League | 10/30 13:00 | 15 |
Neftochimik 1962 v
Sportist Svoge
|
L | 0-1 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 10/26 13:00 | 14 |
[13] Botev Plovdiv II
v
PFC Neftochimic Burgas [20]
|
L | 2-1 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 10/16 13:00 | 13 |
[19] PFC Neftochimic Burgas v
FK Sozopol
[10] 
|
D | 1-1 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 10/02 15:00 | 12 |
[2] Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo
v
PFC Neftochimic Burgas [19]
|
L | 4-0 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 09/26 14:00 | 11 |
[19] PFC Neftochimic Burgas v
Minyor Pernik
[4] 
|
L | 1-3 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 09/18 14:00 | 10 |
[20] Yantra Gabrovo
v
PFC Neftochimic Burgas [18]
|
L | 2-0 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 09/12 14:00 | 9 |
[19] PFC Neftochimic Burgas v
Septemvri Simitli
[10] 
|
D | 2-2 | |
| Bulgaria Cup | 09/07 16:00 | 14 |
Lokomotiv Gorna Oryahovitsa
v
Neftochimik 1962
|
L | 2-1 | |
| Bulgaria B PFG | 08/28 15:00 | 8 |
[2] FC Hebar Pazardzhik
v
PFC Neftochimic Burgas [18]
|
L | 6-0 |
Stats
| Total | Home | Away | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matches played | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Wins | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Draws | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Losses | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Goals for | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Goals against | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Clean sheets | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Failed to score | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Wikipedia - PFC Neftochimic Burgas
Neftochimic (Bulgarian: Нефтохимик) is a Bulgarian professional association football club based in Burgas, which currently competes in Third League, the third tier of the Bulgarian football league system. The team plays its home games at the local Sports Complex Neftochimic.
Originally established in 1962 under the name Stroitel Burgas and renamed to Neftochimic in 1964, the club was closely affiliated with the Neftochim petroleum refinery in Burgas. Neftochimic saw little success until the 1990s, when considerable financial investments were made in the club. This resulted in a debut promotion to the A Group in 1994. Neftochimic established itself as a regular top tier club in the next decade, even managing to qualify for European competitions. Financial problems began in the early 2000s, the club was rebranded as Naftex Burgas but was relegated from the top flight in 2006. After that, the club was dissolved in 2009, but re-established shortly after under the current name. The reformed club managed to play two seasons in the A Group, 2013–14, and 2016–17, after which it declined once more to the point where it currently competes, the amateur levels of Bulgarian football.
History
Ancestors
PFC Neftochimic Burgas
On 6 July 2009, Naftex Burgas stopped its existence. On 7 July the amateur football club Athletic was renamed to Neftochimic 1986 and was subsequently declared by the owners as a successor of the old team. During the following 2010–11 season the team finished second, completing a quick return to professional football. On 27 June 2014 it was announced that the club was dissolved due to financial debts.
Neftochimic also won the 2011 Bulgarian Amateur Football League Cup.
Master Burgas/PFC Burgas
The club was founded in 2009 as Football Club Master. On 19 June 2014, the BFU confirmed Benkovski Byala's withdrawal from the 2014–15 B PFG and officially invited Master Burgas to take their spot as the 2nd placed team in the Southeast V AFG.
On 22 June, the club announced it has accepted the invitation, and in addition will change its name to PFC Burgas and switch colors from red and white to blue and white, similar to the flag of Burgas.
The New Neftochimic (2015–present)
Professional divisions (2015–2018)
On 7 January 2015, it was announced that PFC Burgas and the newly established team SNC Neftochimic Burgas, claiming to be the successor of PFC Naftex Burgas, are going to merge in the end of the season and start the next season under the name PFC Neftochimic Burgas 1962. Neftochimic Burgas 1962 started the 2015–16 season in B Group on the place of PFC Burgas. The team finished 12th, but was administratively promoted to the new Bulgarian First League.
On 3 June 2017, the team lost the playoff match against Vitosha Bistritsa and was relegated from the Bulgarian First League. On 23 June 2017, the team announced that they will play mostly with youth team players due to financial troubles and so most of U19 team were promoted to the first team with Nikolay Krastev as manager and Stanislav Zhekov as his assistant, while most of the players from last season would be released.
Relegation and Third Division (2018–2019)
On 15 August 2017, it was announced that Lokomotiv Burgas would merge with the team, making Sutherland Global Services the new owners of the team. The 2017–18 season was very poor for "the Sheikhs", as they won only 2 games in the Second League, and were relegated to the third tier, the Third Amateur Football League.
In the new season Neftochimic managed to win promotion back to Second League, finishing 1st, after dominating the league with 29 wins, 3 draws and just 2 losses. They managed to defeat city rivals FC Chernomorets 1919 Burgas on two occasions.
Back to Second Division (2019–2021)
In their first season back with the professionals, Neftochimic managed to finish 5th, just before the league was stopped due to the COVID-19 pandemic just 9 points behind the 3rd in the league Montana who were granted promotion. "The Sheikhs" started the season playing their home games Arena Sozopol, due to the lack of financial support. In their first home game Neftochimic managed to defeat their long time rivals FC Spartak Varna with a 5:0 win.
On 22 November 2019 Neftochimic signed a 5-year sponsorship deal with Bulgarian betting company "efbet", which made a financial agreement with Stadion Lazur's owner Mitko Sabev to bring the club back to its original home, renaming and re-branding it to "Efbet Arena Burgas".
On 4 November 2021 the professional football license of Neftochimic was revoked by the Licensing commission of the Bulgarian Football Union as a result of the club not following financial fair play rules and outstanding payments towards personnel and state institutions. In the following days the team was to be removed from the group and its matches annulled. On 19 November the BFU confirmed its decision and removed Neftochimic from the group, annulling all their fixtures played until that point.
Restart from 5th league (2022–present)
The team joined B Regional League, FC Neftochimic's return to the amateur leagues was nothing short of spectacular. In their first season, they achieved an impressive record of 16 wins, 2 draws, and 0 losses from 18 matches, boasting a remarkable goal difference of 119 scored goals against just 9 conceded. This performance earned them a total of 50 points, setting a new record for their group.
Following this success, Neftochimic quickly secured promotion to the A Regional Group in 2023. In their debut season at this level, they continued their winning streak with 20 victories, 2 draws, and no losses out of 22 matches. Their goal difference soared to 70 goals scored while conceding only 9, which allowed them to qualify for the playoffs.
In the playoffs, Neftochimic faced off against FC Lokomotiv (Stara Zagora) in a tense match held in Haskovo. The game ended dramatically, with Neftochimic ultimately losing after a penalty shootout
Neftochimic has experienced various successes throughout its history, including notable performances in the Bulgarian top division and domestic cup competitions. The team plays its home matches at the Lazur Stadium, which boasts a vibrant atmosphere and is a gathering place for dedicated supporters.
The club has a strong focus on developing local talent and fostering a sense of community through football. PFC Neftochimic Burgas aims to not only compete at the highest levels of Bulgarian football but also to promote the sport within the region, inspiring future generations of players and fans alike. With a commitment to excellence and a deep-rooted connection to its heritage, Neftochimic Burgas continues to be a significant presence in Bulgarian football.