
The Yachine Trophy: A New Era for Goalkeepers in Football
Introduction The Yachine Trophy, named after legendary Soviet goalkeeper Lev Yashin, was introduced in 2019 by France Football. It aims to recognise and honour the best-performing goalkeepers in the world, a position often overlooked when it comes to accolades in football. With the increasing emphasis on team dynamics and the pivotal role of goalkeepers in…