Rinat Dasayev vs Valentin Ivanov
Russia against Russia. The almanac states its case, the crowd votes, you decide.
Rinat Dasayev
Russia · GK
- Almanac rating
- 91
- Rank in Russia
- #4 of 33
- Caps
- 91 · 0 goals
- Clubs
- FC Volgar Astrakhan, Spartak Moscow, Sevilla
- Honours
- Hall of Fame
A world-class shot-stopper, he was the Soviet Union's number one through the 1980s, showcasing spectacular saves at multiple World Cups and leading Spartak Moscow to titles. Career record: 91 caps and 0 goals for Russia; club career at FC Volgar Astrakhan, Spartak Moscow, Sevilla; honours include Hall of Fame.
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 Rinat Dasayev ahead by 1 rating point, 91 against 90.
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