Yevhen Khacheridi
Footballer with a national team role
A professional footballer with roots in Ukraine and Greece, played as a defender. Began his career at FC Dynamo Kyiv, winning multiple domestic titles. Represented the Ukrainian national team in international competitions, including UEFA Euro 2016. Later signed with FC Arsenal Tula in Russia, continuing to showcase defensive skills at the club level.
Won multiple Ukrainian Premier League titles with FC Dynamo Kyiv
Competed in UEFA Euro 2016 with the Ukrainian national team
Played for FC Arsenal Tula in the Russian Premier League
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