Oleh Luzhnyi
Ukrainian footballer and manager
Born
August 5th, 1968
57 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
Ukraine
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Played professional football primarily as a defender. Began career at Dynamo Kyiv, contributing to multiple domestic titles and European competitions. Later played for clubs like Wolverhampton Wanderers and achieved success in the English Football League. Transitioned to coaching after retiring from playing, taking roles in various clubs and national teams, including managing the Ukraine U21 team.
Won the Soviet Top League with Dynamo Kyiv
Played in the 1998 FIFA World Cup
Managed Ukraine U21 team
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