Stanislav Manolev
Bulgarian footballer with key club roles
Born
December 16th, 1985
39 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Bulgaria
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A professional footballer, played primarily as a defender. Began career at CSKA Sofia, where developed defensive skills. Later joined the Bulgarian national team and gained international experience. Played for various clubs across Europe, including a notable stint at PSV Eindhoven in the Netherlands, contributing to team successes. Additionally, had tenures with clubs such as Botev Plovdiv and Slavia Sofia, showcasing consistent performances.
Represented Bulgaria in international competitions
Won the KNVB Cup with PSV Eindhoven
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