The joy of seeing Yuri Gagarin flying in space is only comparable to the joy of a good save.
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Lev Yashin
Born in Moscow in 1929, Lev Yashin was the 'Black Spider' - the greatest goalkeeper in football history. The only GK to win the Ballon d'Or, he saved over 150 penalty kicks and recorded more than 270 clean sheets. He revolutionized the goalkeeper position by dramatically elevating its status and transforming the role from passive shot-stopper to active defensive organizer.
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