Lev Yashin

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1. When was Lev Yashin born?October 22, 1929
2. When did Lev Yashin die?March 21, 1990 (age 60)
3. Where was Lev Yashin born?Moscow, Russia
4. What is the international caps?Represented the Soviet Union 74 times, including at three World Cups
5. What does the nickname "Black Spider" mean for Lev Yashin?It comes from his all‑black uniform and his spider‑like agility, lightning‑fast reflexes, and fearless aerial command that made him look like a spider on the field.
6. Why did Lev Yashin win the Ballon d'Or?In 1963 he was the first and only goalkeeper ever to win the award, showing how exceptional his talent and influence were.

Ballon d'Or: An annual prestigious award presented by France Football to the world's best male footballer, which Yashin uniquely won as a goalkeeper.
Sweeper-Keeper: A modern goalkeeping style where the keeper plays outside their penalty area to intercept long passes and act as an additional defender.
Soviet Top League: The highest level of professional football competition in the Soviet Union, which Yashin won five times with Dynamo Moscow.
Reflexes: The ability to react quickly and involuntarily to a stimulus, a crucial skill for any goalkeeper.