Hristo Stoitchkov
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At the Template:Wc, Stoitchkov was awarded the Golden Boot as the top goal scorer of the tournament as he miraculously led Bulgaria to the semi-finals. Apart from his numerous awards and trophies, Stoitchkov gained much popularity because of his aggressive on-pitch temper. His relentless attitude was known to irritate his opposition and enthrall his fans who preserve his image close to their hearts. Stoitchkov also played at Template:Ec and the Template:Wc and ended his international career with 37 goals in 83 appearances for his country.
As a player, Stoitchkov played as a left attacker/winger. His specialties included free kicks, penalties and taking unpredictable shots on goal. Stoichkov was also known for his explosive acceleration and speed dribbling.
Stoichkov began his career with Bulgarian football club Harmanli, but soon moved to CSKA Sofia, before moving on to the more prestigious FC Barcelona and Parma A.C., and finally finishing his career in America with the Chicago Fire and D.C. United.
In the 2003-04 season, Stoichkov started a coaching career, serving as a forwards coach at Bar鏰. After Bulgarian national team coach Plamen Markov resigned in the wake of the team's first-round exit from Template:Ec2, the Bulgarian Football Union named him as the new national team coach on 15 July.
External links
- The Official Site of Hristo Stoitchkov (http://www.cmgworldwide.com/sports/stoitchkov/)