Lev Yashin vs Jan Oblak
Russia against Slovenia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Lev Yashin
Russia · 1956–60 · GK
- Almanac rating
- 96
- Rank in Russia
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 78 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- FC Dinamo Moscow, HC Dynamo Moscow
- Honours
- 2× Ballon d'Or · 4× Hall of Fame (1957–1990)
The legendary "Black Panther" redefined goalkeeping with his athleticism and daring, backstopping the Soviet Union to Olympic gold in 1956 and the 1960 European Championship. Career record: 78 caps and 0 goals for Russia; club career at FC Dinamo Moscow, HC Dynamo Moscow; honours include 2× Ballon d'Or, 4× Hall of Fame (1957–1990).
Jan Oblak
Slovenia · GK
- Almanac rating
- 92
- Rank in Slovenia
- #1 of 33
- Caps
- 82 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- NK Olimpija Ljubljana, Rio Ave, Atlético Madrid
Atletico Madrid's impenetrable shot-stopper, he consistently ranks among the world's best, renowned for his reflexes and commanding presence. Career record: 82 caps and 0 goals for Slovenia; club career at NK Olimpija Ljubljana, Rio Ave, Atlético Madrid.
The verdict
The almanac puts Lev Yashin ahead by 4 rating points, 96 against 92.
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