Anatoli Isayev facts for kids
| Personal information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Full name | Anatoli Konstantinovich Isayev | ||
| Date of birth | 14 July 1932 | ||
| Place of birth | Moscow, USSR | ||
| Date of death | 10 July 2016 (aged 83) | ||
| Place of death | Moscow, Russia | ||
| Playing position | Forward | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1949–1951 | Salyut Moscow | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1952–1953 | VVS Moscow | 4 | (1) |
| 1953–1962 | FC Spartak Moscow | 159 | (54) |
| 1963–1964 | FC Shinnik Yaroslavl | 53 | (15) |
| National team | |||
| 1955–1957 | USSR | 16 | (6) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 1965–1967 | FC Spartak Moscow (youth teams) | ||
| 1967–1972 | FC Spartak Moscow (assistant) | ||
| 1973 | FC Spartak Moscow (youth teams) | ||
| 1974 | FC Ararat Yerevan (assistant) | ||
| 1975–1976 | FC Spartak Moscow (youth teams) | ||
| 1977 | FC Spartak Moscow (assistant) | ||
| 1976–1989 | USSR U-17 (assistant) | ||
| 1980–1984 | Tekstilshchik Ivanovo | ||
| 1985–1987 | FC Rotor Volgograd | ||
| 1987–1988 | Tekstilshchik Ivanovo | ||
| 1989–1991 | Geolog Tyumen (director) | ||
| 1990 | Iraq Olympic team | ||
| 1990–1991 | USSR Olympic team | ||
| 1992–1993 | Russia U-21 | ||
| 1992–1994 | FC Rotor Volgograd | ||
| 1996–1997 | Geolog Tyumen (assistant) | ||
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| Medal record | ||
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Representing the  Soviet Union |
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| Men's football | ||
| Olympic Games | ||
| Gold | 1956 Melbourne | Team |
Anatoli Konstantinovich Isayev (Russian: Анатолий Константинович Исаев; 14 July 1932 – 10 July 2016) was a famous Soviet football player and a respected coach. He was born in Moscow, USSR, and became a true legend in the world of football. Anatoli Isayev was known for his skills as a forward, scoring many goals for his teams.
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A Football Star: Anatoli Isayev's Career
Anatoli Isayev started playing football in his youth, joining Salyut Moscow from 1949 to 1951. He quickly showed great talent.
Early Days and Club Success
Isayev began his professional career in 1952 with VVS Moscow. But he became truly famous playing for FC Spartak Moscow from 1953 to 1962. During his time at Spartak, he played 159 games and scored 54 goals. He helped his team win the Soviet Top League four times: in 1953, 1956, 1958, and 1962. He also won the Soviet Cup in 1958. After Spartak, he played for FC Shinnik Yaroslavl until 1964.
Playing for His Country
Anatoli Isayev also played for the USSR national team. He made his first appearance on 21 August 1955 in a friendly match against West Germany. He played 16 games for his country and scored 6 goals. He was part of the team that played in the qualifiers for the 1958 FIFA World Cup.
Anatoli Isayev's Achievements
Isayev achieved many great things in his football career, both with his clubs and his national team.
Winning Gold at the Olympics
One of his biggest achievements was winning a gold medal at the 1956 Summer Olympics in Melbourne, Australia. He was a key player in the Soviet Union's football team that won the Olympic championship. This was a huge moment for him and his country.
Club Trophies and Awards
Besides the Olympic gold, Isayev won many titles with FC Spartak Moscow.
- Soviet Top League winner: 1953, 1956, 1958, 1962.
- Soviet Cup winner: 1958.
He also received special recognition for his skills:
- Honored Master of Sports of the USSR: 1957. This is a very high award for athletes in the Soviet Union.
- Order "For Merit to the Fatherland", 4th class. This is a state award given for great service to the country.
From Player to Coach
After retiring as a player, Anatoli Isayev became a successful football coach. He spent many years sharing his knowledge and experience with new generations of players.
Coaching Young Talent and Teams
He coached various teams, often working with youth teams at FC Spartak Moscow. He also served as an assistant coach for Spartak's main team. Isayev helped develop many young players. He even coached the USSR U-17 as an assistant. Later in his career, he coached other clubs like Tekstilshchik Ivanovo and FC Rotor Volgograd. He also had a role as a director for Geolog Tyumen.
Anatoli Isayev passed away on 10 July 2016, just a few days before his 84th birthday. He is remembered as a true legend of Soviet and Russian football.
