Yuriy Voynov 1931 – 2003

Biography

Yuriy Voynov was born on November 29, 1931, in Korolyov, a city with deep roots in Soviet history and innovation. He grew up during a transformative period in the Soviet Union, and like many of his generation, he found passion in athletics. Football became his calling, and he dedicated himself to the sport during his formative years and throughout his career as a Soviet footballer.

Over the course of his life, Voynov became part of Soviet football’s rich sporting legacy. His participation in the game reflected the broader cultural importance of athletics in Soviet society, where football served as a source of national pride and community connection. Though detailed records of his specific achievements have not been extensively documented in readily available sources, his contribution to the sport remains part of the historical record.

Voynov spent his later years in Kyiv, Ukraine’s vibrant capital city. He passed away on April 22, 2003, at the age of 71, leaving behind a life lived through remarkable historical transformations. He was laid to rest at Baikove Cemetery in Holosiiv Raion, a place of honor where many notable figures of Soviet and Ukrainian history are remembered. His memory endures as part of Soviet football’s heritage.