Iliya Valov 1961 – 2024

Biography

Iliya Valov was born on December 29, 1961, in Knezha, Bulgaria, where he began his life in this small Bulgarian town. He would go on to become a footballer, dedicating much of his life to the sport that defined his career and brought him into the fabric of Bulgarian athletic history.

Throughout his years as a footballer, Valov represented the sporting spirit and passion that characterized Bulgarian athletics during his era. His contributions to the game left a mark on those who followed his career and knew him as both a player and a member of the community.

On July 13, 2024, Iliya Valov passed away in Vratsa, Bulgaria, at the age of 62, following an illness of pneumonitis. His death marked the end of a life lived with dedication to his craft and his homeland. He is remembered by those whose lives he touched through his work and his presence in Bulgarian football.