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90s football legend Trifon Ivanov passes away, aged 50

Published 10:58 13 Feb 2016 GMT

Updated 10:59 13 Feb 2016 GMT

Tom Victor
90s football legend Trifon Ivanov passes away, aged 50

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Anyone who grew up watching the 1994 and 1998 World Cups will remember Trifon Ivanov.

The maverick Bulgarian defender stood out at those tournaments for his unique approach and distinctive appearance, which earned him the nickname 'The Bulgarian Wolf'. We're sad to announced that Ivanov has passed away from a heart attack at the age of just 50. https://twitter.com/BulgarianFooty/status/698452205091823616 Tributes have been pouring out for the former centre-back, who played in countries including Spain, Austria and Switzerland during a distinctive career. He will be best known for his involvement in Bulgaria's remarkable run to the semi-finals of the 1994 World Cup, where they eventually lost to a Roberto Baggio-inspired Italy. Oh, and he could be handy going forward too. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxUsWBaOafQ https://twitter.com/StanPetrov19/status/698456937562828800 https://twitter.com/supercally_/status/698460157605449728 https://twitter.com/waynefarry/status/698456053038632960 https://twitter.com/UEFAcomStoyanG/status/698454319377596416

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90s football legend Trifon Ivanov passes away, aged 50