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Igor Chislenko
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Personal information
Full name Igor Leonidovich Chislenko
Date of birth (1939-01-04)4 January 1939
Place of birth Moscow, Soviet Union
Date of death 22 September 1994(1994-09-22) (aged 55)
Place of death Moscow, Russia
Height 1.71 m (5 ft 7+12 in)
Playing position Striker
Senior career*
Years Team Apps (Gls)
1957 FShM Moscow
1957–1970 FC Dynamo Moscow 229 (68)
1971 FC Dynamo Tselinograd (3)
National team
1959–1968 USSR 53 (20)
  • Senior club appearances and goals counted for the domestic league only.
† Appearances (Goals).

Igor Leonidovich Chislenko (born January 4, 1939 – died September 22, 1994) was a famous Soviet football player. He was known for being a fantastic striker, which means he was great at scoring goals. Igor Chislenko played most of his career for FC Dynamo Moscow, where he played over 200 games.

He also played for the USSR national football team. He represented his country 53 times and scored 20 goals. He was part of the USSR teams that played in the 1962 and 1966 World Cup tournaments.

A Football Star: Igor Chislenko

Igor Chislenko was one of the most exciting football players of his time in the Soviet Union. He was known for his speed, skill, and powerful shots. Fans loved watching him play because he always tried to score.

His talent made him a key player for both his club and the national team. He helped his teams achieve many important victories.

Early Days and Club Success

Igor Chislenko started his football journey in Moscow. He joined FC Dynamo Moscow in 1957 and stayed with them for many years, until 1970. This was a long time to play for one club, showing how important he was to the team.

During his time at Dynamo Moscow, he scored 68 goals in 229 games. This made him one of the club's top goal scorers. He helped Dynamo Moscow win several championships in the Soviet Top League.

Playing for the USSR National Team

Chislenko's skills also earned him a spot on the USSR national team. He played for his country from 1959 to 1968. He was a big part of the team's success during this period.

He played in two World Cups: in 1962 and 1966. The 1966 World Cup in England was especially memorable. The USSR team reached the semi-finals, which was their best performance ever in a World Cup. Chislenko scored two goals in that tournament.

He also played in the European Nations' Cup (now called the UEFA Euro) in 1964 and 1968. The USSR team finished second in 1964, showing their strength in European football.

His Legacy in Football

Igor Chislenko retired from professional football in 1971. He is remembered as one of the greatest Soviet football players. His dedication to the game and his goal-scoring ability left a lasting mark.

He inspired many young players in the Soviet Union and beyond. His name is still remembered by football fans who appreciate his exciting style of play.



See also

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