Talented Ukrainian goalkeeper currently playing for SL Benfica in Portugal. A product of Shakhtar Donetsk, he quickly rose through the ranks to become a reliable and modern goalkeeper, recognized for sharp reflexes, excellent positioning, and confident ball distribution.

 

Experience & Roles:

• First-team goalkeeper for SL Benfica

• Key member of the Ukraine National Team

• Developed through the Shakhtar Donetsk academy

• Regularly competes in top European competitions

• Provides expert insights into goalkeeping, match analysis, and tactical nuances

 

Playing  and Coaching Philosophy:

Trubin combines traditional shot-stopping excellence with a modern, proactive style of play. Comfortable with the ball at his feet, he initiates attacks from the back while maintaining composure under pressure. His approach emphasizes anticipation, precision, and leadership — qualities that make him an integral part of both club and country.

Former professional goalkeeper and player of the Ukrainian National Team. A product of Dnipro football, he played for some of the country’s top clubs during his career: Dynamo Kyiv, Arsenal Kyiv, Obolon Kyiv, CSKA Kyiv, Polihraftekhnika Oleksandriya, Tavriya Simferopol, and Kryvbas Kryvyi Rih. Represented Ukraine in 9 international matches.

 

Experience & Roles:

• Participant at the Olympic Games

• Competed at two UEFA European Under-21 Championships (2023 and 2025)

• Since 2015 — work with Ukraine’s youth and junior national teams

• Since 2019 — Goalkeeper Coach, Ukraine U-21 National Team

• Coordinator of Goalkeeper Coaches, Ukraine Youth National Teams

• Goalkeeping Instructor

 

Coaching Philosophy:

Vitalii applies modern training methods focused on developing key goalkeeper qualities, including reflexes, footwork, decision-making speed, and the ability to initiate attacks. His approach is built on discipline, technical excellence, and mental resilience, forming the foundation for reliable and confident goalkeepers.

Former Ukrainian professional goalkeeper with a long and successful career, most notably at FC Dnipro. He played over 350 official matches, representing clubs such as Metallurg Nikopol, Uralan Elista, and Tavriya Simferopol.

 

Experience & Roles:

• Over 350 official matches as a professional goalkeeper

• Played for FC Dnipro, Metallurg Nikopol, Uralan Elista, and Tavriya Simferopol

• Goalkeeper Coach at FC Dnipro (from U19 to the first team)

• Goalkeeper Coach at FC Dnipro-1 and FC Lviv

• Worked with Ukraine National Youth Teams (U17–U19) as a Goalkeeper Coach

• Specialist in goalkeeper psychology and defensive organization

 

Coaching Philosophy:

Nikolay’s approach combines technical precision, psychological preparation, and tactical awareness. He emphasizes the importance of positioning, anticipation, and consistency, while also developing mental resilience and leadership qualities. His extensive experience as both a player and a coach allows him to prepare goalkeepers not only to perform reliably under pressure, but also to lead defensive structures with confidence.

Former Ukrainian professional goalkeeper with a long career in the domestic league, representing clubs such as Zorya Luhansk, Hoverla Uzhhorod, and FC Mynai. After retiring from professional football in 2019, he transitioned into coaching and has since continued his career as a goalkeeping coach, including work with Veres Rivne.

 

Experience & Roles:

• Professional career in Ukraine’s top domestic league

• Played for Zorya Luhansk, Hoverla Uzhhorod, and FC Mynai

• Goalkeeper Coach at Veres Rivne and other Ukrainian clubs

• Specialist in modern goalkeeping and match preparation

• Provides expert analysis on defensive tactics and team organization

 

Coaching Philosophy:

Dmytro applies a modern, detail-oriented approach to goalkeeper development. His training focuses on technical precision, quick decision-making, and adaptability under pressure, while also building mental resilience and tactical awareness. With his combined experience as a professional player and coach, he helps goalkeepers become confident, reliable, and fully prepared for the demands of top-level football.

Denys has been working in the football industry since 2013, combining legal expertise, scouting knowledge, and management experience. Since 2015, he has successfully led his own football agency as CEO, while also developing football academies and infrastructure projects.

 

In this project, Denys takes on the role of Manager, applying his background in law, scouting, and football management to ensure effective coordination, strategic development, and high-level execution.

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Background & Achievements

• Master’s Degree in Law (2013) and PhD in Law (2019), Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv

• IPSO Certified Scout/Analyst: Talent ID, First Team Scouting, Match Report

• FOCUS MBA Program for Sporting Directors: Football Management, Sporting Directorship, High Performance Leadership in Sport

• Co-founder of a football academy for children, later expanded into a franchise in Ukraine and Uzbekistan

• Owner of an artificial grass football pitch for academy training

 

With his diverse expertise, Denys plays a key role in the project’s management and growth, ensuring its long-term success.