Petkov’s old, but he’s pure gold

Sofia – Slavia Sofia goalkeeper Georgi Petkov became the oldest player to appear in the Bulgarian top flight on Sunday and the 42-year-old marked the occasion with a Man-ofthe-Match performance in the goalless draw against champions Ludogorets.

“I don’t pay attention to these things,” said Petkov, who secured his place in the record books on Sunday at the age of 42 years, five months and 12 days.

He broke Cherno More Varna keeper Yordan Filipov’s record by a day. Filipov set the previous benchmark when he played in the league game against Lokomotiv Plovdiv in 1988, statisticians said.

“I’m trying to be focused and help the team. I think I can still help the team if I stay safe and sound,” said Petkov.