Zagłębie Lubin (Polish pronunciation: [zaˈɡwɛmbjɛ ˈlubin]) is a Polish professional football club based in Lubin, Lower Silesia. Founded in 1945 as OMTUR Lubin, the club currently competes in the Ekstraklasa, the highest tier of the Polish football league system. During the 2013–14 campaign they competed in the Ekstraklasa and in the Polish Cup.
Zagłębie Lubin has a rich history in Polish football, having been founded shortly after the end of World War II. The club achieved its first major success in the 1990s, gaining promotion to the Ekstraklasa for the first time in 1992. They went on to establish themselves as a top-flight team, winning the Polish Championship twice (2006–07 and 2008–09) and the Polish Cup once (2007).
2013–14 Season:
The 2013–14 season was a significant one for Zagłębie Lubin. They competed in both the Ekstraklasa and the Polish Cup. While their league performance was respectable, finishing in 8th place, they made a strong run in the cup competition. They reached the final for the third time in their history, but unfortunately, they were defeated by Zawisza Bydgoszcz on penalties after a 0–0 draw.
Recent Years:
Since the 2013–14 season, Zagłębie Lubin has continued to be a consistent presence in the Ekstraklasa. They have achieved several top-half finishes and secured a place in the UEFA Europa League qualifications in the 2015–16 season.
Club Honours:
Current Status:
Zagłębie Lubin remains a competitive force in Polish football. They continue to strive for success in both domestic and European competitions, with a passionate fanbase supporting them along the way.
See main article: 2013–14 Ekstraklasa.