Ivan Kostov began his soccer career at the youth level in Bulgaria where he developed a passion for the game. He later became a collegiate player in Illinois and has been coaching with Green White Soccer Club since 2018. 

Ivan holds a USSF “C” license. He has been coaching the club’s 2011 boys for the past four years, achieving many team and individual goals and championships. He has developed several players that are currently playing in high schools and colleges.