The career of Oleh Anatoliiovych Husiev reached its statistical peak during a thirteen-year tenure with FC Dynamo Kyiv, where he accumulated over 250 Ukrainian Premier League appearances. Born in Stepanivka in 1983, the versatile midfielder and former right-back established himself as a central figure in Ukrainian football through his sustained output for both club and country.
Professional Club Trajectory
Husiev began his senior professional path with FC Frunzenets-Liha-99 Sumy, followed by a stint at FC Arsenal Kyiv. In 2003, he secured a move to Dynamo Kyiv. His influence at the club was significant, as he won the Ukrainian Premier League five times, along with five Ukrainian Cups and five Ukrainian Super Cups. Following a temporary departure in December 2016, he returned to the club in June 2017 on a one-year contract. In September 2015, he reached a milestone by scoring his 100th competitive senior goal during a match against Volyn Lutsk.
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Making his senior debut for the Ukraine national team in August 2003 against Romania, Husiev earned over 95 caps throughout his international career. He secured his first goal for the national side in November 2004 during a qualification match against Turkey. He represented Ukraine at the 2006 FIFA World Cup, where he played in every match and scored the decisive penalty in the shootout against Switzerland. He later appeared in every match for Ukraine during the 2012 UEFA tournament.
Safety and Transition
On 30 March 2014, Husiev was involved in an on-field collision with goalkeeper Denys Boyko. The impact left him motionless until Dnipro midfielder Jaba Kankava intervened to clear his airway. This incident is frequently cited for the immediate life-saving actions taken by Kankava. Following his retirement from active play, Husiev transitioned toward coaching, enrolling in classes with the Kyiv Oblast Football Federation in 2018.
Fast facts
- Born: 25 April 1983, Stepanivka
- Primary Position: Midfielder, Right-back
- Total Ukraine International Caps: Over 95
- Dynamo Kyiv League Titles: 5
- 2005 Ukrainian Premier League Footballer of the Year
- Son: Oleksiy Husiev
Questions readers ask
What major tournaments did Oleh Husiev play in?
He represented Ukraine at the 2006 FIFA World Cup and the 2012 UEFA tournament.
Is Oleh Husiev still playing professional football?
No, he retired from professional play and transitioned into football coaching.
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