Aleksandar Shalamanov 1941 – 2021

Biography

Aleksandar Shalamanov was born on September 4, 1941, in the village of Boyana, Bulgaria, where he would spend much of his life. He devoted himself to football, the sport that would define his identity and contributions to Bulgarian athletics. Throughout his career, Shalamanov embodied the passion and dedication that characterized Bulgarian athletes of his era, competing during a formative period for the nation’s sports development.

Shalamanov’s life was deeply rooted in his native Boyana, a connection that remained constant from his birth through his final years. He passed away on October 25, 2021, at the age of eighty, having lived a full life in the place where he was born. His legacy rests in the memory of those who knew him and appreciated his commitment to football, a sport that brought joy and pride to his community during the decades of his active involvement.