Albert Shesternyov vs Nikita Simonyan
Both Russia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Albert Shesternyov
Russia · 1961–1971 · CB
- Rank in Russia
- #5 of 33
- Caps · Soviet Union
- 90 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- PFC CSKA Moscow
Captain of the Soviet Union through the 1960s, this formidable defender was known as "The Russian Iron" for his uncompromising style and leadership at two World Cups. Career record: 90 caps and 0 goals for Soviet Union; club career at PFC CSKA Moscow.
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Nikita Simonyan
Russia · 1954–1958 · ST
- Rank in Russia
- #6 of 33
- Caps · Soviet Union
- 20 · 10 goals
- Clubs
- FC Dinamo Sukhumi, FC Krylya Sovetov Moscow, Spartak Moscow
Career record: 20 caps and 10 goals for Soviet Union; club career at FC Dinamo Sukhumi, FC Krylya Sovetov Moscow, Spartak Moscow.
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Albert Shesternyov is editorial rank 5 and Nikita Simonyan rank 6 in Russia's collection. Read the careers and make your own choice.
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