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The 33 of Belarus

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87 Alyaksandr Hleb 80 caps · VfB Stuttgart, ArsenalA dazzling winger with superb dribbling skills, this Belarus icon graced Arsenal and Barcelona with his unique talent. CDM

2 SA 86 Sergei Aleinikov 73 caps · 6 goals · FC Dinamo Minsk, US LecceThe Belarusian ironman was a dynamic box-to-box midfielder, renowned for his tenacity and versatility at the highest level, including two World Cups. CM

3 SG 85 Sergei Gotsmanov 31 caps · 2 goals · FC Dynamo Brest, Brighton & Hove AlbionComing off the bench against England on 2 June 1984, he scored the opening goal of a 2-0 Soviet Union win, and he gave Dinamo Minsk more than a decade on the wing. A European Championship runner-up medal from 1988 sits with the Soviet league title Dinamo Minsk won in 1982, thirty-one caps for the Soviet Union, and four Belarusian Footballer of the Year awards between 1983 and 1989. RM1980–91

4 AZ 84 Andrei Zygmantovich 36 caps · FC Dinamo Minsk, FC GroningenThe Soviet Union beat Cameroon 4-0 in Bari on 18 June 1990, and the second goal was his, a rare excursion forward from a holding midfielder whose work was breaking play up. Dinamo Minsk's only Soviet league title, in 1982, is his, won by a single point over Dynamo Kyiv, and he added the 1993 Belarusian championship, thirty-six Soviet caps and nine for Belarus. CDM1981–95

5 VB 84 Valyantsin Byalkevich 56 caps · 10 goals · FC Dinamo Minsk, FC Dynamo KyivA gifted orchestrator, he pulled the strings in midfield for Dynamo Kyiv, known for his elegant passing and vision. CM

6 SG 83 Sergei Gurenko 80 caps · FC Neman Grodno, FC Lokomotiv MoscowA no-nonsense centre-back, his aerial dominance and uncompromising tackling anchored the Belarusian defence for years. CB

82 Maksim Romaschenko 64 caps · 20 goals · FC Slavia-Mozyr, FC Dinamo MoscowA dynamic winger, he delivered pace and penetration from the left flank, becoming a consistent threat for club and country. LM

81 Sergey Kornilenko 78 caps · 17 goals · FC Dinamo Minsk, FC DniproA powerful winger, Kornilenko was a constant threat on the right for Krylia Sovetov and represented Belarus extensively, notably at the 2010 World Cup qualifiers. RM2010s

9 IS 80 Igor Stasevich 63 caps · 5 goals · FC BATE Borisov, FC Dinamo MinskThis creative central midfielder was the heartbeat of many Belarusian clubs, dictating play with his intelligent distribution. CM

79 Anton Putsila 56 caps · 6 goals · FC Dinamo Minsk, SC FreiburgThis imaginative attacking midfielder consistently unlocked defences with his precise passing and keen eye for a through ball. CAM

79 Renan Bressan 29 caps · 3 goals · FC Gomel, FC BATE BorisovThe naturalised Belarusian playmaker provided many moments of magic and crucial goals from the attacking midfield role. CAM

12 VK 79 Vitali Kutuzov 53 caps · 13 goals · FC RUOR Minsk, FC BATE BorisovA tireless striker, Kutuzov made his mark in Italy with Spezia and Pisa, known for his work rate and ability to create chances from midfield runs. SS

13 VR 79 Vitali Rodionov 48 caps · 10 goals · FC Vitebsk, FC Torpedo-BelAZ ZhodinoA clever forward with an eye for goal, Rodionov was a prolific scorer for BATE Borisov, leading them to numerous league titles and orchestrating attacks from deep. SS

14 AK 78 Alyaksandr Kulchy 102 caps · FC Slavia-Mozyr, FC Shinnik YaroslavlA tireless engine on the right flank, this Belarusian fullback provided both defensive grit and attacking impetus. RB

78 Alyaksandr Martynovich 84 caps · FC Dinamo Minsk, FC KrasnodarThis Belarusian defensive stalwart commanded the backline with his strong aerial ability and disciplined tackling. CB

16 MS 78 Maksim Skavysh 33 caps · 4 goals · FC BATE Borisov, FC Belshina BobruiskA clinical striker with excellent positional sense, Skavysh was a consistent goalscorer for BATE Borisov and Shakhtyor Soligorsk, lifting multiple league trophies. ST

17 MG 78 Mikhail Gordeychuk 26 caps · 4 goals · FC Volna Pinsk, FC Dynamo BrestA natural finisher, Gordeychuk showcased his predatory instincts at BATE Borisov, where he consistently found the net in domestic and European competitions. ST

78 Pavel Nekhaychik 37 caps · 3 goals · FC BATE Borisov, FC Tom TomskA dynamic left midfielder, Nekhaychik terrorized defences with his pace and dribbling during his time with BATE Borisov, winning multiple Belarusian Premier League titles. LM

19 SV 78 Sergey Veremko 26 caps · FC Dinamo-Juni Minsk, FC BATE BorisovA commanding Belarusian shot-stopper, his sharp reflexes and imposing presence between the sticks made him a difficult opponent. GK

78 Timofei Kalachev 76 caps · 10 goals · FC Dnepr Mogilev, FC RostovA tenacious and hard-working midfielder, he was a key figure for FC Rostov, earning numerous caps for Belarus. CM

21 VK 78 Vladimir Korytko 40 caps · 3 goals · FC Torpedo-MAZ Minsk, FC Chornomorets OdesaA creative force, this Belarusian attacking midfielder was known for his ability to find pockets of space and create chances. CAM

22 VH 78 Vyacheslav Hleb 45 caps · 12 goals · VfB Stuttgart II, FC Partizan MinskAt the Azadi Stadium in Tehran on 7 February 2007 he scored both Belarus goals in a 2-2 draw with Iran, one of two braces he hit for his country as a wide midfielder. Twelve goals in 45 caps is a heavy return from the flank, and after a season at Hamburger SV he won the Belarusian Cup twice, with MTZ-RIPO Minsk in 2008 and Torpedo-BelAZ Zhodino in 2016, and the Belarusian Super Cup with Gomel in 2012. RM2007–16

78 Yuri Zhevnov 58 caps · FC RUOR Minsk, FC MoscowWith agile reflexes and strong anticipation, this Belarusian goalkeeper was a reliable presence for club and country. GK

24 GT 77 Gennady Tumilovich 32 caps · FC Dynamo Brest, FC Zhemchuzhina-SochiA towering presence in goal, this Belarusian keeper was known for his decisive saves and leadership at the back. GK

77 Igor Shitov 66 caps · FC Torpedo-BelAZ Zhodino, FC BATE BorisovA reliable and robust defender, he brought aerial power and a strong tackling presence to the Belarusian back four. CB

26 RV 77 Roman Vasilyuk 24 caps · 10 goals · FC Dynamo Brest, FC Slavia-MozyrA prolific goalscorer, Vasilyuk was a legend in the Belarusian Premier League, consistently topping the scoring charts with Dinamo Brest and other clubs. ST

27 SK 77 Siarhei Kislyak A combative anchorman, he provided a crucial shield in front of the defence for both club and country. CDM

76 Maksim Bordachev 53 caps · FC Partizan Minsk, FC BATE BorisovHis first goal for Belarus came on 10 October 2009, a left-back's contribution to a 4-0 World Cup qualifying win over Kazakhstan, and he was still scoring against the same opponent in the Nations League a decade later. Five consecutive Belarusian titles with BATE Borisov from 2009 to 2013 head the list, with the 2009-10 Cup, Super Cups in 2011, 2013 and 2022, a 2007-08 cup with MTZ-RIPO Minsk and another with Shakhtyor Soligorsk in 2018-19, across 54 caps. LB2007–22

29 OV 76 Oleg Veretilo 20 caps · FC Dinamo Minsk, FC Dynamo BrestIn extra time against Italy's under-21s on 12 October 2010 he scored the third goal that carried Belarus into the 2011 European Under-21 Championship. Dinamo Brest brought the rest, the 2019 Belarusian Premier League, the 2017-18 cup and Super Cups in 2018, 2019 and 2020, with 231 games for Dinamo Minsk and 20 senior caps behind them. RB2010–20

30 SS 76 Syarhey Shtanyuk 71 caps · FC Dinamo Moscow, Stoke CityA strong, assertive centre-back, he was known for his excellent tackling and aerial prowess at the heart of the Belarusian defence. CB

76 Yuri Kendysh 15 caps · FK Riteriai, FC BATE BorisovThis formidable defensive midfielder was a master of breaking up play and launching attacks for his Belarusian teams. CDM

32 YK 76 Yuri Kovalev 1 caps · FC Lokomotiv Moscow, FC Dynamo KyivThis Belarusian full-back offered a ceaseless supply of crosses while diligently patrolling the left flank. LB

33 AO 75 Andrei Ostrovsky 52 caps · FC Dynamo Brest, FC Dinamo MinskA commanding presence in the Belarusian defence, he was known for his aerial dominance and robust challenges. CB

About this XI

Belarus's pool is led by Alyaksandr Hleb, Sergei Aleinikov and Sergei Gotsmanov. The 33 covers 3 goalkeepers, 9 defenders, 16 midfielders and 5 forwards. Alyaksandr Hleb leads the pool at 87 overall. Pick a formation, drag your eleven onto the pitch, then settle the duels below. Your votes reorder the people's ranking of these 33 in real time.

Left out, and why

A 33 is a set of decisions, and these are the players who lost their place in the last revision of Belarus's list. Every one of them has a case.

Andrey KhlebasolovRated 76 in the almanac. The place went to Andrei Zygmantovich.
Mikhail SivakovRated 74 in the almanac. The place went to Sergei Gotsmanov.

Disagree? That is the point. Settle it in the duels above.

Who is the greatest Belarus footballer of all time?

In the 33 Legends editorial ranking, Alyaksandr Hleb leads Belarus with an overall rating of 87. The editorial top five: Alyaksandr Hleb, Sergei Aleinikov, Sergei Gotsmanov, Andrei Zygmantovich, Valyantsin Byalkevich. The people's ranking on this page moves with every duel vote and can disagree.

How were these 33 Belarus players chosen?

The pool covers every position across Belarus's football history. Ratings weigh peak level, longevity, honours and historical standing, then the full methodology page explains the tiers. Fan votes in the duels build a second, independent ranking.

Which Belarus players reach the Immortal tier or higher?

None yet. Alyaksandr Hleb leads the Belarus pool at 87, in the Icon tier.

Can I build and share my own Belarus all-time XI?

Yes. Pick one of eight formations, drag any of the 33 onto the pitch, and export your lineup as a PNG. There is no account and no sign-up.