Daniel Borimirov

• Full name: Daniel Aleksandrov Borimirov (Bulgarian: Даниел Александров Боримиров)
• Date of birth: January 30, 1970
• Place of birth: Plovdiv, Bulgaria
• Position: Attacking midfielder / Forward (versatile attacking role)
• National team: Bulgaria

Club career (highlights)

• Lokomotiv Plovdiv (early career) — developed as a youth and began professional career in Bulgaria.
• Levski Sofia (1990–1994) — established himself domestically; won Bulgarian league and cup titles with the club and attracted attention from abroad.
• 1860 Munich (1994–2004) — most notable club spell in the German Bundesliga; became a key player and long-serving captain for TSV 1860 Munich, known for technical skill, creativity and goal scoring from midfield.
• Back to Levski Sofia (2004–2008) — returned to Bulgaria to finish his career, helping Levski to further domestic success and European competition runs.

International career

• Represented the Bulgaria national team from the early 1990s through the 2000s, earning over 70 caps.
• Part of the Bulgaria squad at the 1994 FIFA World Cup in the United States, where Bulgaria reached the semifinals — Borimirov made appearances during that tournament and contributed to the team’s historic run.
• Also represented Bulgaria at UEFA Euro 1996 and other qualifying campaigns.

Playing style and legacy

• Technically gifted attacking midfielder with good vision, passing and finishing; able to play centrally or on the wing and to contribute goals as well as assists.
• Remembered for his longevity and leadership, particularly during his decade at 1860 Munich and his later successful return to Levski Sofia.
• Regarded as one of Bulgaria’s notable players from the 1990s and early 2000s generation, contributing to the national team’s most famous era.

Honours (selected)

• Bulgarian A Group (with Levski Sofia): multiple titles during his spells
• Bulgarian Cup (with Levski Sofia): multiple wins
• Club recognition and captaincy at TSV 1860 Munich during his long Bundesliga career

After retirement

• Moved into roles related to football administration and remained involved with Levski Sofia in various capacities following retirement from playing.