Milton Nienov

Milton Nienov (born 29 March 1968) is a Brazilian football coach and former professional goalkeeper. He has over 12 years of playing experience and 26 years of coaching experience, having worked with clubs and national teams in Brazil, South Africa, Tanzania, Botswana, Sudan and Qatar.

Playing career Nienov began his youth career as a footballer with Brazilian club Chapecoense, playing as a goalkeeper, and going on to make his professional debut with Figueirense. between 2005 and 2007, and Vasco da Gama in 2007 until 2008. He has also had other roles, such as technical director, with Super Eagles. in the qualifiers of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Personal life Nienov was born in Brazil on 29 March 1968, in Palmitos. His son, Gustavo Martins Nienov, is also a footballer, having played for the U20 team of Clube Atlético Catarinense and the U21 team of Pedra Branca Esporte Club.

Honours

Player Figueirense Copa Santa Catarina 1990

Brasil de Farroupilha Campeonato Gaúcho Série A2 1992

ABC Futebol Clube Campeonato Potiguar: 1995

Coach Figueirense Campeonato Catarinense: 2002, 2003, 2004

Sport Recife Campeonato Pernambucano: 2006, 2007

Simba Tanzanian Premier League: 2020–21 Tanzania FA Cup: 2020–21

Young Africans Tanzanian Premier League: 2021–22, 2022–23 Tanzania FA Cup: 2021–22, 2022–23 Tanzania Community Shield: 2022