Vsevolod Bobrov
Ice Hockey Player and Football Manager
Born
December 1st, 1922
102 years ago
Died
1979
46 years ago — 57 years old
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Russia
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Played ice hockey and football at a professional level. Competed for the Soviet national ice hockey team, winning multiple championships. Achieved success in football as well, representing prominent clubs and contributing to team strategies. Transitioned to coaching, guiding teams in both sports and leaving a legacy as a versatile athlete.
Won gold in ice hockey at the 1956 Winter Olympics
Played for Dynamo Moscow in both ice hockey and football
Served as a manager for the Soviet Union national ice hockey team
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