Dinko Dermendzhiev facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Dinko Tsvetkov Dermendzhiev | ||
| Date of birth | 2 June 1941 | ||
| Place of birth | Plovdiv, Bulgaria | ||
| Date of death | 1 May 2019 (aged 77) | ||
| Place of death | Plovdiv, Bulgaria | ||
| Playing position | Forward | ||
| Youth career | |||
| Maritsa Plovdiv | |||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1959–1978 | Botev Plovdiv | 447 | (194) |
| National team | |||
| 1962–1977 | Bulgaria | 58 | (19) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1978–1979 | Chepinets Velingrad | ||
| 1979–1984 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
| 1984–1985 | Shumen | ||
| 1987–1988 | Spartak Pleven | ||
| 1989–1991 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
| 1991 | Levski Sofia | ||
| 1992 | Hebar Pazardzhik | ||
| 1992 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
| 1993 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
| 1996 | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | ||
| 1996 | Lokomotiv Sofia | ||
| 1997 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
| 1998–1999 | Lokomotiv Plovdiv | ||
| 2000 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
| 2001 | Botev Plovdiv | ||
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Dinko Tsvetkov Dermendzhiev (Bulgarian: Динко Цветков Дерменджиев; born June 2, 1941 – died May 1, 2019) was a famous Bulgarian football player and manager. He was known for his amazing skills as a forward.
Dermendzhiev spent his entire club career playing for Botev Plovdiv. He was a key player for them from 1959 to 1978. He also played for the Bulgarian national team.
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Who Was Dinko Dermendzhiev?
Dinko Dermendzhiev was a legendary figure in Bulgarian football. He was born in Plovdiv, Bulgaria. People often called him Chiko. He was one of the best players of his time.
Playing for Botev Plovdiv
Dermendzhiev played as a forward for Botev Plovdiv. He joined the club in 1959. He stayed with them for 19 years until 1978. During his time, he played in 447 games. He scored an impressive 194 goals for the club. This made him a true legend for Botev Plovdiv fans.
Playing for Bulgaria
Dermendzhiev also played for the Bulgarian national team. He represented his country from 1962 to 1977. He played in 58 international matches. He scored 19 goals for Bulgaria.
World Cup Appearances
Dinko Dermendzhiev was part of the Bulgarian squad for three FIFA World Cup tournaments. These were the 1962, 1966, and 1970 World Cups. Playing in three World Cups is a big achievement for any footballer.
Life as a Manager
After he stopped playing, Dermendzhiev became a football manager. He managed many different teams. He was in charge of his beloved Botev Plovdiv several times. He also managed other big clubs like Levski Sofia and Lokomotiv Plovdiv. His last coaching job was in 2001.
Later Life and Legacy
Dinko Dermendzhiev passed away on May 1, 2019. He was 77 years old. He died due to health problems caused by a stroke. He is remembered as one of Bulgaria's greatest football players. His legacy lives on through his achievements.
