Vasil Spasov

Vasil Spasov (30 December 1919 – 16 November 1996) was a Bulgarian football player and manager who played as a forward.

Early Life and Career

Spasov was born in the village of Borbo, near Sofia. His family later moved to Sofia, where he began playing soccer in his youth. He started his professional career with Levski Sofia in 1936, winning numerous titles throughout his career.

Club Career

Spasov played for Levski Sofia from 1936 to 1959, winning:

* 5 Bulgarian Championship titles
* 4 National Cups
* A total of 137 championships and 47 goals for the club

He also played for Academic Sofia in 1949, but returned to Levski Sofia soon after.

International Career

Spasov made his debut for the Bulgaria national team on June 6, 1943, against a friendly match. He went on to earn 17 caps, scoring 5 goals. His last appearance was in 1950.

Coaching Career

After retiring as a player, Spasov began coaching. He trained Levski Sofia from 1957 to 1959 and later moved to Israel, where he coached the Israeli team for a brief period in the early 1960s.

Legacy

Spasov is remembered as one of the greatest players in Bulgarian football history. His nickname "The Roller" reflects his impressive skills on the field.

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