Ivan Kolev (footballer, born 1957)


Ivan Venkov Kolev is a Bulgarian former football player and current manager.
He coached several Indonesian clubs such as Persija Jakarta, Mitra Kukar, and Persipura Jayapura. Between 2012 and 2013, he coached Yangon United.

2007 Asian Cup

In 2007 Asian Cup, Kolev was the coach of Indonesia which played in Group D along with Korea Republic, Bahrain and Saudi Arabian's team. Indonesia won 2–1 of Bahrain, lost 1–2 by Saudi Arabia, and lost again in last matches of groups by South Korea with 0–1.

Loko Sofia

In June 2020, he was announced as manager of Lokomotiv Sofia on a one-year contract.

Honours

Manager

Indonesia
Myanmar
Sriwijaya
Yangon United