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Known as El Zar de Balaídos ("The Tsar of Balaídos") from his lengthy spell at Celta de Vigo, he was often referred to as a 'genius playmaker' during his time there, in addition to a volatile temperament. He also played professionally in his own country, Portugal and France.

Mostovoi earned 50 caps for Russia in a 12-year international career, being chosen for two World Cups and as many European Championships. He previously represented the Soviet Union and the CIS.

Honours

Club

Spartak Moscow

• Soviet Top League: 1987, 1989

Benfica

• Primeira Liga: 1993–94

• Taça de Portugal: 1992–93

Strasbourg

• UEFA Intertoto Cup: 1995

Celta

• UEFA Intertoto Cup: 2000

• Copa del Rey runner-up: 2000-01

Country

Soviet Union

• UEFA European Under-21 Championship: 1990

Russia

• Legends Cup: 2009