Plovdiv

American

[plawv-dif] / ˈplɔv dɪf /

noun

a city in S Bulgaria, on the Maritsa River.

Plovdiv British

/ ˈplɔvdif /

noun

Greek name: Philippopolis. a city in S Bulgaria on the Maritsa River: the second largest town in Bulgaria; conquered by Philip II of Macedonia in 341 _bc ; capital of Roman Thracia; commercial centre of a rich agricultural region. Pop: 339 000 (2005 est)

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The Medical University of Plovdiv is one of Bulgaria's most prestigious medical schools and attracts many more applicants than it admits.

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Panathinaikos have not reached the Champions League proper since 2010-11 and last season started in Europa League qualifying, beating Botev Plovdiv but losing to Ajax before qualifying for the Conference League by defeating Lens.

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In a game of few opportunities, the pitch in Plovdiv appeared to make moving the ball difficult for both sides.

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Michael O'Neill's side now travel to take on Bulgaria in Sunday evening's encounter in Plovdiv.

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The Bulgarians were held to a goalless draw by Belarus in their opening match, which means if Northern Ireland can get three points in Plovdiv it puts them in a strong position in Group C3.

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