Fixtures

Bulgaria Second League 07/26 15:00 1 Sportist Svoge vs Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo - View
Bulgaria Second League 08/02 15:00 2 Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo vs FC Sevlievo - View
Bulgaria Second League 08/09 15:00 3 FK Fratria vs Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo - View
Bulgaria Second League 08/16 15:00 4 Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo vs Rudykh/Motrich - View

Results

Club Friendly List 06/25 16:00 - Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v Lokomotiv 1929 Sofia D 0-0
Bulgaria Second League 05/24 15:00 38 Montana v Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo W 0-2
Bulgaria Second League 05/18 16:00 37 Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v Ludogorets Razgrad II D 1-1
Bulgaria Second League 05/11 15:00 36 Nesebar v Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo W 0-2
Bulgaria Second League 05/08 16:00 35 Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v Spartak Pleven D 0-0
Bulgaria Second League 05/03 15:00 34 [8] CSKA Sofia II v Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo [10] W 0-3
Bulgaria Second League 04/27 14:00 33 [11] Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v FK Fratria [13] D 1-1
Bulgaria Second League 04/19 14:00 32 [17] Sportist Svoge v Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo [11] D 1-1
Bulgaria Second League 04/15 16:00 31 [11] Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v Dobrudzha 1919 Dobrich [1] L 0-1
Bulgaria Second League 04/12 15:00 31 Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v PFC Dobrudzha Dobrich - PPT.
Bulgaria Second League 04/06 14:00 30 [16] FC Lovech v Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo [8] L 2-0
Bulgaria Second League 04/03 15:00 29 [10] Etar 1924 Veliko Tarnovo v Dunav Ruse [4] D 1-1

Stats

 TotalHomeAway
Matches played 41 21 20
Wins 15 7 8
Draws 13 12 1
Losses 13 2 11
Goals for 51 28 23
Goals against 42 16 26
Clean sheets 17 11 6
Failed to score 14 7 7

Etar (Bulgarian: Етър) is a Bulgarian sports football club based in Veliko Tarnovo, that plays in the Bulgarian Second League, the second level of Bulgarian football.

Etar was established in 2013, shortly after the folding of Etar 1924, which was dissolved for financial reasons after the 2012–13 season. Etar 1924, on the other hand, was established as a result of the dissolution of the historical FC Etar (Veliko Tarnovo). Although the three clubs share similar names and colors, the Bulgarian Football Union considers them separate entities and records are not shared between the three. The current Etar quickly ascended from the amateur leagues, eventually promoting to the Bulgarian First League at the end of the 2016–17 season. The club's home ground has been Ivaylo Stadium since 2013. Etar plays in all-violet kits and their nickname is 'The Bolyars'.

History

Foundation and Amateur League (2013–2016)

The club was founded as OFC Etar Veliko Tarnovo in 2013 with the license of FC Botev Debelets. In their first season they finished in 5th position in V Group.

In January 2016, Boncho Genchev became the new manager of the team which was in 3rd place at the halfway point in the season, only two points behind the 1st place team. The selection included Lyubomir Genchev coming from A Group team Montana, Stefan Hristov from Spartak Pleven and the leading goalscorer in the first part of 2015–16 season in B Group, Petar Dimitrov. The team eventually won all its matches, winning the league and being promoted to B Group.

Professional Football (2016–present)

On 9 June 2016 Etar were officially approved for the new 2nd division — Second League, with the club changing its abbreviation to "SFC Etar". Ferario Spasov remains in his position as manager and with a good selection team made promotion to First League. Etar were promoted as champions of the 2016–17 Second League, sealing their title on the final day of the season with a 2–2 away draw against Nesebar, coupled with Septemvri Sofia's 2–0 away defeat to Oborishte.

Etar's first season into the elite was difficult. The team finished 13th in the regular phase, with only four wins. This placed Etar as one of the candidates for relegation. In the relegation phase, Etar finished last in their group and had to play playoff/play out matches in order to remain in the elite. In the first round, Etar beat Pirin Blagoevgrad 3-1 aggregate and advanced to the second round. There, the violets faced Dunav Ruse. Two strong matches resulted in a 4-1 aggregate win, and Etar secured their status as a member of the top tier.

On 4 January 2018 Krasimir Balakov was announced as the new manager in the club with Stanislav Genchev, Iliyan Kiryakov and Kaloyan Chakarov as first team coaches.

After 4 seasons in the First League, Etar was relegated to the Second League at the end of the 2020-21 season. Back into the second tier, Etar managed to finish in fourth place during the 2021–22 season, qualifying for promotion playoffs. Etar, however, lost against Botev Vratsa and did not manage to return to the First League immediately. Next season (2022–23), Etar managed to finish in second place, securing promotion to the First League after two years of absence.

League positions

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Etar 1924 is a professional football club based in Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria. Founded in 1924, the team has a rich history and is known for its passionate fan base and commitment to developing local talent. The club's colors are traditionally purple and white, which are proudly displayed in their home matches at the Ivaylo Stadium, a venue that can accommodate around 12,000 spectators.

Etar 1924 has experienced various successes throughout its history, including notable performances in the Bulgarian top division and domestic cup competitions. The team is recognized for its strong youth academy, which has produced several players who have gone on to achieve success both nationally and internationally.

The club's identity is deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of Veliko Tarnovo, a city known for its historical significance and picturesque landscapes. Etar 1924 embodies the spirit of the community, striving for excellence on the pitch while fostering a sense of pride among its supporters. With a focus on teamwork, resilience, and sportsmanship, Etar 1924 continues to be a prominent figure in Bulgarian football, aiming to reclaim its place among the country's elite teams.