Lev Ivanovich Yashin (Russian: Лев Иванович Яшин; 22 October 1929 – 20 March 1990) was a Soviet professional footballer considered by many to be the greatest goalkeeper in the history of the sport. [2]

Lev Ivanovich Yashin was a Russian football (soccer) player considered by many to be the greatest goalkeeper in the history of the game. In 1963 he was named European Footballer of the Year, the only time a keeper has won the award.

Mar 20, 1990 · Lev Yashin former footballer from Russia Goalkeeper * Oct 22, 1929 in Moskau, UdSSR

Lev Yashin (1929 - 1990), the best goalkeeper of the 20th century, portrayed during a play. As the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ approaches, the country’s footballing history is being remembered....

Lev Yashin (22 October 1929 – 20 March 1990) was a former Russian football player. He had played for Dynamo Moscow and Soviet Union national team. He is regarded as one of the greatest goalkeepers of all time, while some even considering him to be the greatest. [2]

Dec 2, 2024 · In 1962, Lev Yashin found himself thrust into the harsh spotlight after the Soviet Union's disappointing exit from the World Cup in Chile. Knocked out in the quarters by the host nation, the Soviet team suffered a 2-1 defeat. Yashin was blamed for two soft goals that contributed to the loss.

Lev Ivanovich Yashin was a Russian football player often considered to be the greatest goalkeeper in the history of football. Over the course of his illustrious career, he had appeared in four World Cups.

May 21, 2023 · Yashin was known for his cat-like reflexes, almost hyperextending his already long arms to tip the ball around the post. He acted like he had multiple limbs, earning the nickname “the Black Spider.”

Yashin (Russian: Я́шин) or Yashina (Russian: Я́шина; feminine) is a Russian surname that is derived from Yasha, a diminutive of the male given name Yakov, and literally means Yasha's. It may refer to: Yashin (band), Scottish post-hardcore band.

Alexei Valeryevich Yashin (Russian: Алексей Валерьевич Яшин; born 5 November 1973) is a Russian former professional ice hockey centre who played 12 seasons in the National Hockey League (NHL) for the Ottawa Senators and New York Islanders, serving as captain of both teams.