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Petar Zhekov (Petar Petrov Zhekov) was born on 10 October, 1944 in Knizhovnik, Bulgaria, is a Bulgarian footballer (1944–2023). Discover Petar Zhekov's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 78 years old?

Popular As Petar Petrov Zhekov
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Age 78 years old
Zodiac Sign Libra
Born 10 October, 1944
Birthday 10 October
Birthplace Knizhovnik, Bulgaria
Date of death 18 February, 2023
Died Place Sofia, Bulgaria
Nationality Bulgaria

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Petar Zhekov Height, Weight & Measurements

At 78 years old, Petar Zhekov height is 1.82 m .

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Height 1.82 m
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He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.

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Petar Zhekov Net Worth

His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Petar Zhekov worth at the age of 78 years old? Petar Zhekov’s income source is mostly from being a successful footballer. He is from Bulgaria. We have estimated Petar Zhekov's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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1944

Petar Petrov Zhekov (Петър Петров Жеков, 10 October 1944 – 18 February 2023) was a Bulgarian footballer, widely regarded as one of the best forwards in the history of the Bulgarian football.

1968

He won the silver medal at the 1968 Summer Olympics.

Zhekov was born in Knizhovnik, Haskovo Province, and began his career at F.C. Dimitrovgrad.

He was initially deployed as a defender, but on the advice of manager Hristo Hadzhiev switched to the forward position.

Later he moved to Beroe Stara Zagora, where he twice became Bulgaria's top goalscorer.

Between 1968 and 1975 Zhekov played for CSKA Sofia and scored 144 goals for the team.

This makes him the club's best goalscorer of all time.

1969

He also won the European Golden Boot in 1969 and two European Bronze Boots.

He had 333 appearances and a record of 253 goals in the Bulgarian A Group.He is CSKA's all-time top scorer with 175 goals

Zhekov later coached PFC Hebar Pazardzhik.

He died on 18 February 2023, at the age of 78.

CSKA Sofia

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