Biography
Who is Sergei Aleinikov?
Professional football career
Sergei Aleinikov began his professional path at Dinamo Minsk in 1981. He helped the team secure the Soviet championship the following season. His strong performance on the field caught the attention of international clubs, leading him to move to Italy.
In 1989, Sergei Aleinikov joined Juventus FC. During his time with the Italian club, he achieved significant success by winning both the UEFA Cup and the Coppa Italia in 1990. After his stint in Italy, he signed with U.S. Lecce and later played for Gamba Osaka in Japan. He eventually finished his playing career in 1996 with the Swedish side IK Oddevold.
International play and achievements
Throughout the 1980s and early 1990s, Sergei Aleinikov was a key figure for the Soviet Union national team. He made 73 appearances for the team and scored six goals between 1984 and 1991. He was a member of the squad that reached the final of Euro 1988, where they were runners-up after losing to the Netherlands.
Following the independence of Belarus, he played four matches for the national team. His final international appearance occurred during a Euro 1996 qualifier against Luxembourg in 1994. In 2003, the Football Federation of Belarus honored him as the Golden Player of Belarus, recognizing him as the country's most outstanding player over the previous 50 years.
Coaching and recent roles
After retiring from professional play, Sergei transitioned into coaching. He served as the head coach for the amateur team Kras during the 2007–08 season. He later returned to manage the same club from the summer of 2011 until October 2012.
In 2024, he took on a new role as a sporting director for PFC Lokomotiv Plovdiv. His background as a defensive midfielder, sweeper, and centre-back provided him with extensive tactical knowledge that influences his work in sports management today.
Personal details and family
Sergei Aleinikov stands 182 cm tall. He was born in Minsk, Belarus, and is the brother of Anatoĺ Aliejnikaŭ. His son, Artur, was born in 1991 and also pursued a career in professional football, playing as a midfielder for the Italian squad Novara in 2009.
Throughout his career, Sergei earned the title of Honoured Master of Sports of the USSR. He was also named the Belarusian Footballer of the Year three separate times in 1984, 1986, and 1988.
Birthday and age
Sergei Aleinikov was born on November 7, 1961, which makes Sergei 65 years old today. That birthday falls under the Scorpio sign. Sergei shares the date with 60 other famous people.
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