About FC Naftan Novopolotsk

FC Naftan Novopolotsk is a Belarusian football club based in the city of Novopolotsk, founded in 1963. The team plays its home matches at Atlant Stadium and is closely connected to the local oil industry, particularly the Naftan refinery, which has historically supported the club. Over the years, the club has undergone several name changes before settling on its current identity.

Naftan has spent most of its history moving between divisions in Belarusian football. After Belarus became independent, the club established itself in the domestic league system and has had multiple spells in the Belarusian Premier League. One of its strongest periods came in the 2000s and early 2010s, when the team became a competitive top-flight side and achieved notable cup success.

The club’s biggest achievements are winning the Belarusian Cup twice, in 2009 and 2012, which also earned them participation in European competitions such as the UEFA Europa League qualifiers. In recent years, Naftan has struggled with consistency and has alternated between the Premier League and First League, but it remains a well-established club in Belarusian football with a long history and strong regional identity.