About FC Lovech

FC Lovech is a Bulgarian football club based in the city of Lovech, with origins dating back to 1921 when it was founded as Hisarya Sports Club. Over the decades, the club underwent numerous name changes—including Karpachev, Osam, and LEX—reflecting political and economic shifts in Bulgaria. For much of the 20th century, it competed mainly in the second division, gradually building a stable presence in national football.

A major turning point came in the early 1990s, when private sponsorship led to improved performances and promotion to the top tier for the first time in the club’s history in 1994. Although its initial stay in the top division was short-lived, this period marked the beginning of greater ambitions and development. In later years, under the identity of Litex Lovech, the club achieved significant success, including multiple Bulgarian league titles and cup victories, becoming one of the strongest teams in the country during the late 1990s and 2000s.

In recent years, the club has undergone major structural and identity changes. Ownership returned to the local municipality in 2024, and the team reverted to the name FC Lovech. However, financial and sporting difficulties followed, including relegation and the loss of its professional license in 2026, effectively leading to the club’s dissolution. Despite this, FC Lovech remains historically important in Bulgarian football due to its long history and its successful era as Litex Lovech.