About Simeon Simeonov
Lived 1946 – 2000 (aged 54). Simeon Simeonov was a Bulgarian association football player.
Simeon Ivanov Simeonov (; 26 March 1946 – 2 November 2000) was a Bulgarian football (soccer) goalkeeper.
He played mostly for PFC Slavia Sofia, and for the Bulgaria national football team. He participated at three editions of FIFA World Cup in 1966, 1970 and 1974. He gained 34 caps for Bulgaria.
In December 1968, Simeonov put in a brilliant display, making many saves to earn his nation an impressive 1-1 draw with world champions England at Wembley Stadium.
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Who was Simeon Simeonov?
Bulgarian footballer (1946-2000)
When was Simeon Simeonov born?
Simeon Simeonov was born on 26 March 1946 in Sofia.
When did Simeon Simeonov die?
Simeon Simeonov died on 2 November 2000 in Sofia.
What was Simeon Simeonov's occupation?
Simeon Simeonov was an association football player.
What nationality was Simeon Simeonov?
Simeon Simeonov was Bulgarian.
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· DBpedia: Simeon Simeonov (footballer, born 1946)
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