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Eduard Streltsov vs Nikita Simonyan

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Eduard Streltsov

Russia · 1955–1968 · CAM

Rank in Russia
#2 of 33
Caps · Soviet Union
38 · 25 goals
Clubs
FC Torpedo Moscow

The gifted 'Russian Pelé' was a phenomenal talent for Torpedo Moscow and the USSR, renowned for his audacious skill, powerful shot, and iconic 'Streltsov pass'. Career record: 38 caps and 25 goals for Soviet Union; club career at FC Torpedo Moscow.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q369974
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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.

Career sourcesCareer dates · checked 4 October 2026
Identity and career · Wikidata Q713136
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