Lokomotiv Plovdiv captain Dimităr Iliy̆ev ends his football career at the age of 37. Both reports state that he stops playing after a long spell with the club. They say Iliy̆ev has made 344 appearances for Lokomotiv Plovdiv, scoring 95 goals and providing 51 assists. The articles present the decision as a final step in his playing career rather than a transfer or a temporary absence. One source also refers to reactions from “Lauta,” the club’s stadium area, describing his years with the team and the memories linked to his matches, victories, and trophies. The coverage does not include reasons for his retirement, a planned role in football, or details of any farewell match in the excerpts provided. The information that is consistent across outlets is the timing of the retirement (at 37) and the career record for his performances for Lokomotiv Plovdiv.