Lev Ivanovich Yashin (Russian: Лев Ива́нович Я́шин; 22 October 1929 – 20 March 1990), nicknamed the "Black Spider" or the "Black Panther", was a Soviet professional footballer, considered by many as the greatest goalkeeper in the history of the sport. He was known for his athleticism, positioning, stature, bravery, imposing presence in goal, and acrobatic reflex saves. He was also deputy chairman of the Football Federation of the Soviet Union.
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Lev Ivanovich Yashin 22 October 1929 Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
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Died |
20 March 1990 (aged 60) Moscow, Russia
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Zodiac | Libra |
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