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Dimitar Dushkov Penev (Bulgarian: Димитър Душков Пенев, 12 July 1945 – 3 January 2026) was a Bulgarian football player and coach who played as a central defender for CSKA Sofia. He was regarded as one of his country's best ever defenders, winning Bulgarian Footballer of the Year in 1967 and 1971. He played 90 games for the Bulgaria national team and scored two goals, participating in three FIFA World cups for his national team in 1966, 1970 and 1974. He was Honorary President of CSKA Sofia and semi-professional side Nottingham United FC.
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- Full name: Dimitar Penev
- Born: 1945-07-12
- Nationality: Bulgaria
- Known as: Athlete
- Wikidata ID: Q562386
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Who is Dimitar Penev?
Dimitar Dushkov Penev (Bulgarian: Димитър Душков Пенев, 12 July 1945 – 3 January 2026) was a Bulgarian football player and coach who played as a central defender for CSKA Sofia.
What nationality is Dimitar Penev?
Dimitar Penev is Bulgaria.
When was Dimitar Penev born?
Dimitar Penev was born on 1945-07-12.
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