Kiril Despodov

• Full name: Kiril Mladenov Despodov
• Date of birth: September 11, 1996
• Place of birth: Sofia, Bulgaria
• Nationality: Bulgarian
• Position: Winger / Forward (primarily right winger)

Club career (highlights related to Ludogorets)

• Despodov began his professional career in Bulgaria, most notably rising to prominence with PFC Litex Lovech and later CSKA Sofia.
• He signed for Ludogorets Razgrad (commonly called Ludogorets) in September 2019 on a long-term contract after strong domestic performances.
• While at Ludogorets he played as an attacking winger/forward, contributing with goals and assists in the Bulgarian First League and appearances in UEFA club competition qualifying and group-stage matches.
• During his time with Ludogorets he had loan spells away from the club (for example, a loan to Italian side Cagliari in Serie A and later spells back in Bulgaria), and his exact appearances/goals for Ludogorets varied season to season depending on loans and transfers.

International career

• Despodov has been a regular for the Bulgarian national team, making multiple senior appearances and scoring goals for his country.

Style of play

• Fast, direct winger capable of beating defenders one-on-one, cutting inside to shoot, and providing chances for teammates. Comfortable on the right flank and effective both as a creator and a goalscorer.

Honors & notable achievements

• Domestic Bulgarian awards and recognition for performances (including being one of the league's standout attacking players during his early-to-mid-20s).
• Contributed to club success in domestic competitions while at Ludogorets and other Bulgarian clubs.

Current status

Player movement and club rosters change frequently. For the most up-to-date club, appearance and goal totals, and current contract status, consult the latest club announcements or major football databases (transfermarkt, club website, or national team releases).