Fyodor Cherenkov
Footballer and manager, Spartak Moscow
Born
July 25th, 1959
66 years ago
Died
October 4th, 2014
11 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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