Lev Yashin: The Black Spider

Lev Yashin was a Soviet-era legend, considered by many to be the best goalkeeper in the game. Scoring on Yashin was considered a career achievement and with a nickname like the Black Spider, you'll find out why.   

In hindsight however, although he was adored, Yashin wasn't spared a violent backlash by his fans.

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