What is Lev Yashin's full name?
Lev Ivanovich Yashin
Lev Yashin nickname(s):
The Black Spider, The Black Panther
Lev Yashin date of birth:
October 22, 1929
How old was Lev Yashin when died?
60
Where was Lev Yashin born?
Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union
When did Lev Yashin die?
March 20, 1990
Where did Lev Yashin die?
Moscow, Russia
How tall is Lev Yashin?
6' 2½" (189 cm)
Lev Yashin body shape:
Athletic
What color are Lev Yashin's eyes?
Brown - Light
What color is Lev Yashin's hair?
Brown - Dark
Lev Yashin distinctive features:
He was known for his athleticism in goal, imposing stature
Is Lev Yashin gay or straight?
Straight
What religion is Lev Yashin?
Russian Orthodox
What is Lev Yashin's ethnicity?
White
What is Lev Yashin nationality?
Russian
What is Lev Yashin's occupation?
Football Player
Lev Yashin claim to fame:
Only goalkeeper to win the Ballon d'Or. Regarded as the greatest goalkeeper in football history.
Short Biography
Lev Ivanovich Yashin (Russian: Лев Ива́нович Я́шин, 22 October 1929 – 20 March 1990), nicknamed the "Black Spider" or the "Black Panther", was a Soviet-Russian football goalkeeper, considered by many to be the greatest goalkeeper in the history of the game. He was known for his athleticism in goal, imposing stature and reflex saves. He was also deputy chairman of the Football Federation of the Soviet Union.