Slavcho Shokolarov
A versatile Bulgarian midfielder whose career spanned over a decade, transitioning smoothly into coaching after his playing days.
Born 1989 (age 37)·Bulgarian footballer·Birthday: August 20·Millennials
Biography
Born in 1989, Slavcho Shokolarov carved out a steady professional football career primarily in Bulgaria's domestic leagues. Operating as a midfielder, he was known for his technical reliability and work ethic on the pitch. His journey took him through several clubs, where he became a consistent and respected figure. After hanging up his boots, he didn't stray far from the game, moving directly into management. He now guides the next generation, applying the lessons from his playing career to his role as a coach, most recently with Asenovets II, where he focuses on developing young talent.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Slavcho was born in 1989, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Slavcho Was Born
The biggest hits of 1989
#1 Movie
Batman
Best Picture
Driving Miss Daisy
#1 TV Show
Roseanne
Slavcho's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1989Born
Berlin Wall falls; Tiananmen Square protests
Gas: $1.00/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Look Away" — ChicagoBest Picture: Driving Miss Daisy
1994Started school
Nelson Mandela elected president of South Africa
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $90,400Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"The Sign" — Ace of BaseBest Picture: Forrest Gump
2002Became a teenager
Euro currency enters circulation
Gas: $1.36/galHome: $137,800Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"How You Remind Me" — NickelbackBest Picture: Chicago
2005Could drive
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2007Could vote
iPhone released; Great Recession begins
Gas: $2.80/galHome: $172,600Min wage: $5.85/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Irreplaceable" — BeyonceBest Picture: No Country for Old Men
2010Turned 21
Deepwater Horizon oil spill; iPad launched
Gas: $2.79/galHome: $147,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Tik Tok" — KeshaBest Picture: The King's Speech
2019Turned 30
First image of a black hole; Hong Kong protests
Gas: $2.60/galHome: $224,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Old Town Road" — Lil Nas XBest Picture: Parasite
2026Age 37 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Played professional football in Bulgaria's top divisions for over ten years.
- Successfully transitioned from a playing career to a managerial role post-retirement.
- Currently serves as the head coach of Asenovets II.
Did You Know?
His primary position was as a midfielder, but he was also deployed in various roles across the midfield line.
He shares a birth year with notable athletes like snooker player Judd Trump and footballer Dean Winnard.
“You prove your value through consistent performance, season after season, for your club.”
