Bojinov Named Best U-21 in Italy

Sports | January 11, 2005, Tuesday // 00:00
Bojinov Named Best U-21 in Italy Bulgarian striker Valeri Bojinov, 18, will receive Italy’s Silvio Piola award, media said. The prize is given annually to the best non-native young striker in the country. Photo by sportni.bg

Bulgarian teen footballer Valeri Bojinov has won Italy's Silvio Piola award, given annually to the best non-native young striker in the country.

The 18-year-old will receive the prize at a ceremony on January 24, Bulgarian media said Tuesday.

The young Lecce striker joined the Italians at the age of 13, and made his Serie A debut before turning 16.

He joined the Bulgarian full side at the Euro 2004 in Portugal.

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