Lozan Kotsev
Bulgarian footballer and manager
About Lozan Kotsev
Lived 1911 – 1991 (aged 80). Lozan Kotsev was an association football coach and association football player.
Lozan Kotsev (; 8 February 1911 - 14 June 1991) was a Bulgarian footballer and manager. He is the first Bulgarian ever to play abroad professionally and the first to win a championship with a foreign club.
Career
Playing career
Kotsev began his playing career with Borislav (Sofia) and then FK-13, before signing with Swiss side Lausanne-Sport in 1935, becoming the first Bulgarian to play abroad, and helping them win the league title in 1936.
Managerial career
From 1957 until 1959, Kotsev managed Septemvri Sofia. In 1960, he was appointed manager of Cherno More. After that, he was hired as manager of Sudan, with whom he reached the final of the African Cup in 1963. In 1972, he was appointed manager of Beroe. His last appointment as a coach was in November 1974, when he spent a month and a half at the helm of Greek side Egaleo.
Honours
Player FC Lausanne-Sport Champions, 1936
FK-13 Bulgarian Cup, 1938
Manager Sudan Runner-up, 1963 African Cup of Nations
Silver medal, 1965 Arab Games
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Lozan Kotsev?
Bulgarian footballer and manager
When was Lozan Kotsev born?
Lozan Kotsev was born on 8 February 1911 in Sofia.
When did Lozan Kotsev die?
Lozan Kotsev died on 14 June 1991 in Bulgaria.
What was Lozan Kotsev's occupation?
Lozan Kotsev was an association football coach and association football player.
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