33·Legends

Igor Netto vs Valentin Ivanov

Russia against Russia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.

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Igor Netto

Russia · 1956–60 · CDM

Almanac rating
91
Rank in Russia
#3 of 33
Caps
54 · 4 goals
Clubs
Spartak Moscow, HC Spartak Moscow
Honours
2× Hall of Fame

A legendary Soviet era captain, his elegant playmaking and leadership from midfield guided Spartak Moscow and the USSR to Olympic gold in 1956 and the 1960 European Championship. Career record: 54 caps and 4 goals for Russia; club career at Spartak Moscow, HC Spartak Moscow; honours include 2× Hall of Fame.

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Valentin Ivanov

Russia · 1960–66 · CM

Almanac rating
90
Rank in Russia
#7 of 33
Caps
60 · 26 goals
Clubs
FC Torpedo Moscow
Honours
2× Hall of Fame

A prolific goalscoring midfielder, his dazzling dribbling and powerful shots led Torpedo Moscow and the Soviet Union, winning the 1960 European Championship and finishing third at the 1966 World Cup. Career record: 60 caps and 26 goals for Russia; club career at FC Torpedo Moscow; honours include 2× Hall of Fame.

The verdict

The almanac puts Igor Netto ahead by 1 rating point, 91 against 90.

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