Valentin Kozmich Ivanov facts for kids
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| Personal information | |||
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| Full name | Valentin Kozmich Ivanov | ||
| Date of birth | 19 November 1934 | ||
| Place of birth | Moscow, Soviet Union | ||
| Date of death | 8 November 2011 (aged 76) | ||
| Playing position | Striker (retired) | ||
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| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1953-1966 | Torpedo Moscow | ||
| National team | |||
| 1956-1965 | Soviet Union | ||
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Valentin Kozmich Ivanov (born November 19, 1934 – died November 8, 2011) was a famous Russian football player. He was known for his amazing skills as a striker. A striker is a player who focuses on scoring goals. Valentin played for Torpedo Moscow for many years. He also played for the Soviet Union national team. He passed away on November 8, 2011, after a long illness.
Playing for Clubs
Valentin Ivanov spent his entire club career playing for Torpedo Moscow. He joined the team in 1953 and played there until 1966. During his time with Torpedo Moscow, he was a key player. He helped his team win important championships.
He played in 287 games for Torpedo Moscow. In these games, he scored 124 goals. This made him one of the top goal-scorers for his club. His dedication and skill made him a legend at Torpedo Moscow.
Playing for His Country
Valentin Ivanov also represented his country, the Soviet Union. He played for the national team from 1956 to 1965. He was a very important player for them too.
He played in 59 international matches. In these games, he scored 26 goals. He helped the Soviet Union team in major tournaments. These included the 1958 FIFA World Cup and the 1962 FIFA World Cup. His goals helped his country achieve success on the world stage.
Images for kids
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Ivanov on a 2016 Russian stamp from the series "Football Legends"
See also
In Spanish: Valentín Kozmich Ivanov para niños
