Ahmad Alasgarov facts for kids
Ahmad Alasgarov (born October 5, 1935 – died May 19, 2015) was a very important person in Azerbaijani football. He was a talented football player and later a successful manager (coach). He was born in Baku, Azerbaijan.
Who Was Ahmad Alasgarov?
Ahmad Alasgarov was known for his long career in football. He spent many years playing the game. After that, he became a coach for many different teams. He even coached the national team of Azerbaijan.
Playing Days
Ahmad Alasgarov played as a defender. A defender is a player whose main job is to stop the other team from scoring goals. He played football from 1955 until 1965. During this time, he showed great skill on the field.
Coaching Career
After he stopped playing, Alasgarov became a football manager. This means he was in charge of coaching teams. He coached nine different teams during his career. His coaching career lasted a long time, from 1966 to 2006. One of the most important teams he coached was the Azerbaijan national football team. He helped many players and teams improve their game.
Later Life
Ahmad Alasgarov passed away on May 19, 2015. He was 79 years old. He died in Odessa, Ukraine, after a long illness. He is remembered as a key figure in Azerbaijani football history.
