Fyodor Cherenkov

Footballer and manager, Spartak Moscow

Fyodor Cherenkov - Footballer and manager, Spartak Moscow
Born

July 25th, 1959
65 years ago

Died

October 4th, 2014
10 years ago — 55 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Russia

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A retired Russian footballer and manager, Cherenkov played primarily as a midfielder. His professional career commenced in 1977, spending most of it with Spartak Moscow, where he achieved significant success. Cherenkov was a key player for Spartak, contributing to multiple Soviet Top League titles during the 1980s. After retiring, he transitioned into management and held various coaching positions.

Played for Spartak Moscow from 1977 to 1991

Won multiple Soviet Top League titles

Transitioned into management after retirement

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