Asparuh Nikodimov

Asparuh "Paro" Donev Nikodimov (; born 21 August 1945) is a Bulgarian former football player and coach.

He represented Bulgaria at the FIFA World Cups in 1970 and 1974.

Playing career Nikodimov began playing football at the age of 16 in the youth team of Septemvri Sofia, where he played until he joined CSKA Sofia at the age of 19.

In 1964 Nikodimov joined CSKA Sofia. During his time at CSKA, he won many honours, including six A PFG titles and five Bulgarian Cups. He played 296 league matches, scoring 58 goals for 11 seasons.

Nikodimov ended his career in 1978, playing for Sliven.

Managerial career Nikodimov began his managerial career with CSKA Sofia in 1979, guiding them to four consecutive league titles.

Personal life Nikodimov is married to Svetla and has two daughters who are volleyball players. One of them is married to the volleyball coach of CSKA Sofia Alexander Popov.

Career statistics International

Scores and results list Bulgaria's goal tally first, score column indicates score after each Nikodimov goal.

Honours Player honours CSKA Sofia Bulgarian League: 1965–66, 1968–69, 1970–71, 1971–72, 1972–73, 1974–75 Bulgarian Cup: 1965, 1969, 1972, 1973, 1974 ECC: semi-finalist 1966-67

Managerial honours CSKA Sofia Bulgarian League: 1979–80, 1980–81, 1981–82, 1982–83, 1991–92 Bulgarian Cup: 1983 ECC: semi-finalist 1981-82