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Vitalyi DaraseliyaFootball player
Date of Birth: 09.10.1957
Country:  Georgia |
Content:
- Vitaly Daraselia: The Legendary Soviet Footballer
- Achievements
- International Career
- The Tragic Loss
- Legacy
Vitaly Daraselia: The Legendary Soviet Footballer
Vitaly Daraselia was a Soviet footballer and midfielder who achieved the title of Honored Master of Sports of the USSR. He played for the team "Dynamo" Tbilisi from 1975 to 1982 and was an integral part of their success during this period.
Achievements
Daraselia won numerous titles and accolades throughout his career. He was crowned the champion of the USSR in 1978 and lifted the USSR Cup in 1976 and 1979. Additionally, he had the honor of winning the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup in 1981, where he played a pivotal role in securing victory for his team with a spectacular goal.
International Career
Daraselia also represented the USSR national football team, appearing in 22 matches and scoring 3 goals. His exceptional skills and contributions to the national team were highly regarded by both fans and experts alike.
The Tragic Loss
On December 13, 1982, tragedy struck the football community, especially in Georgia, as Vitaly Daraselia met his untimely demise. He was one of the prominent players of the Tbilisi "Dynamo" team that had triumphantly won the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup just a couple of years prior. During the final moments of the match, Daraselia scored the decisive goal against "Carl Zeiss" to secure victory for his team.
At the age of 25, Daraselia had already showcased immense potential and it seemed like he had not reached his peak yet. However, fate had other plans. The exact circumstances of the accident that took his life remained unknown until several days later when search teams discovered the wreckage of his car and his lifeless body.
Legacy
Vitaly Daraselia had made a significant contribution to the success of the "Dynamo" team and the USSR national team's performance in 1981. If there was an award for the most valuable goal of the season, Daraselia would have been a strong contender for his outstanding goal in the final of the UEFA Cup Winners' Cup. His skill, dedication, and unforgettable moments on the football field continue to be remembered and admired by fans and fellow players alike.
