Johnny Velinov gathers football fans in the library in Dobrich to tell his story

The legendary Bulgarian goalkeeper Georgi Velinov will present his autobiographical book “Johnny Velinov. My story” on November 8 (Wednesday) at 5:30 p.m., in front of good football fans. The authors of the publication are Georgi Velinov and Nikolay Alexandrov.
When it comes to that great CSKA team of the first half of the 1980s, the memories invariably start with the goalkeeper. Several legendary Reds players are listed, but first up is always Johnny Velinov.
The goalkeeper who was recognized by both his own and rivals. The goalkeeper whose interventions changed football history forever. One decisive display in the last minute of the second leg against Liverpool – sometimes that’s enough for a career. An epic match in the middle of San Sebastian – many others would be satisfied with just that. But not Georgi Velinov. He does much more for CSKA.
He has to leave, then comes back again, does a lot of experiments – in our country and in Europe, but the “Army” remains forever that home where they are waiting for him, the place where the doors are constantly open for him.
Johnny’s story is not just football. The life of this true legend was not always marked by the red color of triumph, victories often gave way to losses. Real life losses. After which you have to find the strength to pull yourself together to continue. To stay upright. As befits a great goalkeeper. With the CSKA emblem on the chest.
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