Lev Yashin

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Birth Name: Lev Ivanovich Yashin

Born: 22 October 1929 Died: 20 March 1990

Country of origin: Russian Federation

Height: 6' 2"

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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, widely regarded 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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