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1 AS 95 Andriy Shevchenko 111 caps · 48 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, AC Milan · Ballon d'Or 2004Ukraine's favourite son, the clinical Milan striker lifted the Champions League in 2003 and earned the 2004 Ballon d'Or for his prolific goal-scoring. ST2003–04
2 93 Oleh Blokhin 112 caps · 42 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, SK Vorwärts Steyr · Ballon d'Or 1975A true Dynamo Kyiv legend and 1975 Ballon d'Or recipient, he terrorized defenses with his blistering speed and clinical goalscoring. SS1970s
3 88 Anatoliy Tymoshchuk 144 caps · FC Shakhtar Donetsk, FC Zenit Saint PetersburgUkraine's most-capped player, he was the tireless engine in midfield who anchored Bayern Munich to a historic treble in 2013. CDM2010s
4 OP 88 Oleh Protasov 68 caps · 29 goals · FC Dnipro, FC Dynamo Kyiv · Hall of FameThis deadly Soviet striker boasts an incredible goal-to-game ratio from his time with Dynamo Kyiv and Olympiacos, earning him international renown. ST
5 OM 88 Oleksiy Mykhaylychenko 41 caps · 9 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, U.C. Sampdoria · 4× Hall of FameIn Frankfurt on 18 June 1988 he made it 2-1 against England after twenty-eight minutes, the middle goal of a 3-1 win on the Soviet Union's way to the final. Olympic gold in Seoul that same year followed a European Championship final, and he added the Cup Winners' Cup with Dynamo Kyiv, Serie A with Sampdoria, five straight Scottish titles at Rangers, and Soviet Footballer of the Year in 1988. CM1983–96
6 87 Oleksandr Shovkovskyi 92 caps · FC Dynamo-3 Kyiv, FC Dynamo Kyiv · Hall of FameThe legendary Dynamo Kyiv custodian was a penalty shootout hero for Ukraine at the 2006 World Cup, cementing his status as a national icon. GK2000s
7 87 Serhiy Rebrov 75 caps · 15 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, Tottenham Hotspur · 2× Hall of FameThe perfect foil to Shevchenko, he was an intelligent and clinical forward for Dynamo Kyiv, famously scoring against Real Madrid in the Champions League. CAM
8 87 Yevhen Rudakov 42 caps · FC Torpedo Moscow, MFC Mykolaiv · Hall of FameA courageous and agile Soviet stopper, he backstopped Dynamo Kyiv to European glory and was a crucial part of the USSR side that reached the Euro 1972 final. GK1970s
9 YV 87 Yuriy Voynov 23 caps · FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, FC Dynamo Kyiv · Hall of FameThe 1958 World Cup ended with him named in the tournament's all-star eleven, and a year later his goal in Budapest carried the Soviet Union past Hungary. The Soviet Union won the first European Championship in 1960 with him in midfield, and at Dynamo Kyiv he took the 1961 league title, the first ever won outside Moscow, after being named Eastern European Footballer of the Season. CDM1956–64
10 AY 86 Andriy Yarmolenko 122 caps · 46 goals · FC Dynamo-2 Kyiv, FC Dynamo KyivUkraine's iconic right-winger, he consistently delivered crucial goals and dazzling performances, becoming a legend for Dynamo Kyiv and the national team. RM
11 AD 85 Anatoliy Demyanenko 80 caps · FC Dnipro, FC Dynamo Kyiv · 3× Hall of FameThe archetypal Dynamo Kyiv leader marshalled the Soviet defence with authority, earning multiple domestic titles and a European Cup Winners' Cup in 1986. CB1980s
12 IB 85 Ihor Belanov 33 caps · 8 goals · SC Odesa, FC Chornomorets Odesa · Ballon d'OrThe 1986 Ballon d'Or winner, an explosive second striker, dazzled for Dynamo Kyiv with his pace and clinical finishing. SS1980s
13 OZ 85 Oleksandr Zavarov 41 caps · FC SKA Rostov-on-Don, FC Dynamo Kyiv · 2× Hall of FameA supremely gifted playmaker, he was the creative heartbeat of Dynamo Kyiv and a key figure in the USSR's Euro 1988 final run. CDM1980s
14 85 Oleksandr Zinchenko 75 caps · 12 goals · FC Ufa, Manchester CityA versatile and intelligent footballer, he brought technical quality and tactical flexibility to the midfield of Manchester City and Arsenal. RM
15 85 Viktor Kolotov 54 caps · 22 goals · FC Pozis Zelenodolsk, Rubin Kazan · Hall of FameA prolific goalscoring midfielder, he captained the dominant Dynamo Kyiv side of the 1970s, winning multiple USSR championships and the 1975 Cup Winners' Cup. CM1970s
16 OL 84 Oleh Luzhnyi 52 caps · FC Volyn Lutsk, FC Dynamo Kyiv · Hall of FameThe powerful Ukrainian right-back captained Dynamo Kyiv and brought his tenacious defending and winning mentality to Arsenal’s formidable backline. RB
17 VL 84 Valeriy Lobanovskyi 2 caps · 0 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, FC Chornomorets Odesa · 6× Hall of FameBefore becoming a legendary coach, he was a visionary attacking midfielder for Dynamo Kyiv, famed for his free-kicks and tactical brilliance. CAM
18 VB 84 Volodymyr Bezsonov 79 caps · FC Metalist Kharkiv, FC Dynamo Kyiv · 2× Hall of FameA dynamic and versatile Soviet defender, he was a key figure for Dynamo Kyiv and the USSR national team, featuring prominently in World Cups and European Championships. RB
19 84 Yevhen Konoplyanka 87 caps · 21 goals · FC Dnipro, SevillaA dynamic winger with blistering pace and a powerful shot, he terrorised defences for Dnipro and Sevilla, leading his club to the 2015 Europa League final. LM2010s
20 AB 83 Andriy Bal 20 caps · 1 goals · FC Karpaty Lviv, FC Dynamo Kyiv · 3× Hall of FameThe dependable USSR international was a consistent and versatile presence in Dynamo Kyiv's dominant midfield during the 1980s. CM
21 83 Andriy Pyatov 102 caps · FC Vorskla Poltava, FC Shakhtar DonetskShakhtar Donetsk’s stoic custodian for well over a decade, his reliable hands and calm presence provided a steady foundation for countless domestic and European campaigns. GK
22 83 Mykhailo Fomenko 24 caps · FC Spartak Sumy, FC Zorya Luhansk · 3× Hall of FameA commanding centre-back, he was an integral part of Valeriy Lobanovskyi's iconic Dynamo Kyiv side that lifted the 1975 Cup Winners' Cup and European Super Cup. CB1970s
23 83 Ruslan Malinovskyi 71 caps · 10 goals · FC Shakhtar-3 Donetsk, FC Zorya LuhanskPossessing a thunderous left foot, he was a creative and dynamic attacking midfielder known for his spectacular long-range goals with Atalanta and Marseille. CM
24 SB 83 Serhiy Baltacha 45 caps · FC Dynamo Kyiv, Ipswich Town · Hall of FameAn uncompromising Soviet defender, he was a vital part of the Dynamo Kyiv side that clinched the 1986 Cup Winners' Cup with his robust and athletic displays. CB1980s
25 VL 83 Viktor Leonenko 14 caps · 6 goals · FC Tyumen, FC Dinamo MoscowA dazzling attacking midfielder, his flair and goalscoring prowess made him a household name for Dynamo Kyiv in the early post-Soviet era. CAM
26 82 Artem Milevskyi 50 caps · 8 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, HNK Hajduk SplitA cult hero at Dynamo Kyiv, he brought technical flair and a commanding presence to the field, representing Ukraine at the 2006 World Cup. ST2000s
27 82 Taras Stepanenko 31 caps · FC Metalurh-2 Zaporizhzhia, FC Metalurh ZaporizhzhiaThe Shakhtar Donetsk stalwart was a relentless force, consistently breaking up play and shielding the defence for club and country over many years. CDM
28 VT 82 Vasyl Turyanchyk FC Hoverla Uzhhorod, SKA Lviv · Hall of FameA long-serving and much-respected captain of Dynamo Kyiv during the 1960s, he personified the unwavering defensive spirit of Ukrainian football. CB
29 82 Viktor Tsyhankov 61 caps · 13 goals · FC Dynamo Kyiv, GironaA technically gifted and versatile winger, he consistently provides creativity and goal threat from wide areas for club and country. LM
30 82 Yaroslav Rakitskyi 54 caps · FC Shakhtar Donetsk, FC Zenit Saint PetersburgOn 9 May 2018 at the Dnipro Arena he made it two in the 61st minute against Dynamo Kyiv, a centre-back closing out a Ukrainian Cup final against the club Shakhtar measure themselves by. Nine Ukrainian league titles across two spells in Donetsk, seven Ukrainian Cups, six Super Cups, four Russian championships at Zenit, and 54 caps for Ukraine spanning Euro 2012 and Euro 2016. CB2012–18
31 81 Roman Yaremchuk 65 caps · 17 goals · FC Dynamo-2 Kyiv, KAA GentA modern national team spearhead, he's delivered crucial goals for Ukraine in Euros and qualifiers, honing his craft at clubs like Benfica. ST
32 81 Serhiy Sydorchuk FC Metalurh Zaporizhzhia, FC Metalurh-2 ZaporizhzhiaThe embodiment of Dynamo Kyiv's central midfield, he consistently delivered robust performances and leadership for both club and country. CM
33 81 Vitaliy Mykolenko 51 caps · FC Dynamo Kyiv, EvertonA modern full-back with tireless energy, he transitioned seamlessly from Dynamo Kyiv to Everton, becoming a consistent and reliable presence for club and country. LB

About this XI

Andriy Shevchenko tops Ukraine's all-time pool, ahead of Oleh Blokhin and Anatoliy Tymoshchuk. The 33 covers 3 goalkeepers, 8 defenders, 16 midfielders and 6 forwards, spanning the 1970s to the 2010s. One player, Andriy Shevchenko, reaches the Immortal tier or higher. 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 Ukraine's list. Every one of them has a case.

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Who is the greatest Ukraine footballer of all time?
In the 33 Legends editorial ranking, Andriy Shevchenko leads Ukraine with an overall rating of 95. The editorial top five: Andriy Shevchenko, Oleh Blokhin, Anatoliy Tymoshchuk, Oleh Protasov, Oleksiy Mykhaylychenko. The people's ranking on this page moves with every duel vote and can disagree.
How were these 33 Ukraine players chosen?
The pool covers every position across Ukraine'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 Ukraine players reach the Immortal tier or higher?
Andriy Shevchenko is rated 95 or higher for Ukraine.
Can I build and share my own Ukraine 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.
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