Vladimer Barkaia

Soccer Player

Birthday July 29, 1937

Birth Sign Leo

Birthplace Georgia (country)

DEATH DATE Dec 30, 2022 (85)

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About

Soviet soccer player who is best known for playing as a striker on FC Burevestnik Gagra from 1953 to 1955, and Dinamo Tbilisi, from 1957 to 1967. 

Before Fame

In 1963, he graduated from the Tbilisi State University with a degree in Economics.

Trivia

In June 1965, he made his debut for USSR in a 1966 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Denmark. He was an assistant coach for Dinamo Tbilisi from 1968 to 1969. Throughout the course of his career, he scored 68 goals.

Family Life

He was born and raised in Gagra.

Associated With

He played in a soccer game against the Brazil team starring Pelé.