Sergei Ignashevich facts for kids
Ignashevich in 2021
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| Personal information | |||
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| Date of birth | 14 July 1979 | ||
| Place of birth | Moscow, Russian SFSR, Soviet Union | ||
| Height | 1.86 m | ||
| Playing position | Centre back | ||
| Youth career | |||
| 1988–1997 | Torpedo Moscow | ||
| 1997 | Spartak Moscow | ||
| Senior career* | |||
| Years | Team | Apps† | (Gls)† |
| 1998–1999 | Spartak Orekhovo | 17 | (1) |
| 1999–2000 | Krylia Sovetov Samara | 31 | (2) |
| 2001–2003 | Lokomotiv Moscow | 76 | (4) |
| 2004–2018 | CSKA Moscow | 381 | (35) |
| Total | 505 | (42) | |
| National team | |||
| 2000–2001 | Russia U-21 | 11 | (0) |
| 2002–2018 | Russia | 127 | (8) |
| Teams managed | |||
| 2018–2019 | CSKA Moscow (U-21 assistant) | ||
| 2019–2020 | Torpedo Moscow (senior coach) | ||
| 2020–2021 | Torpedo Moscow | ||
| 2021–2024 | Baltika Kaliningrad | ||
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Sergei Nikolayevich Ignashevich is a famous Russian football coach and former player. He was born on July 14, 1979. Sergei played as a central defender, which is a key position in football defense.
He started his football journey at Torpedo Moscow's youth academy. Later, he moved to Spartak Moscow's academy for a short time. His professional career began with Spartak Orekhovo.
Sergei Ignashevich played for big clubs like Lokomotiv Moscow and CSKA Moscow. He won many titles, including the Russian Premier League with both clubs. He also won the 2005 UEFA Cup Final with CSKA. Many people think he was one of the best defenders in the Russian Premier League. He often played alongside the famous twin brothers, Aleksei and Vasili Berezutskiy.
He first played for the Russian national team in 2002. He represented Russia in two European Championships and two FIFA World Cups. He helped Russia reach the semi-finals of UEFA Euro 2008. At the 2014 FIFA World Cup, he played his 100th international game. In 2018, as part of the host team, he helped Russia reach the quarter-finals of the 2018 FIFA World Cup.
On September 8, 2015, Sergei became the most capped player in Russian team history. This means he played more games for Russia than anyone else. He played 110 games, passing Viktor Onopko's record. Later, he played 114 games, becoming the most capped Russian player ever.
On April 2, 2017, he set another record. He played his 457th game in the Russian Premier League. This made him the player with the most games in that competition. His former teammate, Igor Akinfeev, later broke this record in 2021.
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Playing for Clubs
Sergei Ignashevich started his professional career with short times at Spartak Orekhovo and Krylia Sovetov.
Lokomotiv Moscow Success
In 2001, Ignashevich joined Lokomotiv Moscow. In his first year, his team won the Russian Cup. A year later, Lokomotiv won the Russian league title. His coach, Yuri Syomin, often used him as a defensive midfielder or a center back. Sergei was known for his powerful shots. He often took penalties and free kicks from long distances.
Winning with CSKA Moscow
In 2004, Ignashevich moved to CSKA Moscow. He quickly became a regular player. He usually played in the middle of the defense, with the Berezutski brothers on his sides. During his 14 years with CSKA, he won many trophies:
- Russian Premier League: 2005, 2006, 2013, 2014, 2016
- Russian Cup: 2005, 2006, 2008, 2009, 2011, 2013
- UEFA Cup: 2005
In 2009, there was a misunderstanding about a cold medicine he took. It contained a substance that was not allowed in sports without reporting it. Sergei and another player were briefly suspended for one game because of this.
After the 2018 World Cup, Sergei Ignashevich stopped playing football. He decided to stay with CSKA as a coach, working with the youth teams.
Playing for Russia
Sergei Ignashevich played his first game for the Russia national football team on August 21, 2002, against Sweden. He played in all ten UEFA Euro 2004 qualifying matches and scored three goals. However, he missed the tournament due to an injury.
He later played for Russia in the 2008 and 2012 UEFA European Championships. In 2008, he helped the team reach the semi-finals.
World Cup Appearances
On June 2, 2014, Ignashevich was chosen for Russia's 2014 FIFA World Cup team. He played his first World Cup game on June 16 against South Korea. He also started the second match against Belgium. In the final group game against Algeria, he played his 100th international game. Russia drew 1–1 and did not move forward in the tournament.
Before the 2018 FIFA World Cup, Ignashevich came out of retirement to play for Russia again. He was called up on May 14, 2018, to replace an injured player. He was one of the oldest players in the tournament. In the Round of Sixteen match against Spain, he accidentally scored an own-goal. But Russia tied the game and won in a penalty shootout. Ignashevich scored his penalty kick. After Russia was knocked out by Croatia in the quarter-finals, Ignashevich announced he was fully retiring from football.
Becoming a Coach
After ending his playing career, Sergei Ignashevich became an administrator for the Under-21 team at CSKA Moscow.
Managing Torpedo Moscow
On June 4, 2019, he became the manager of Torpedo Moscow. This happened just a few days after the club was promoted to the Football National League. He left Torpedo on March 22, 2021.
Leading Baltika Kaliningrad
On October 2, 2021, he was appointed manager of FC Baltika, another club in the Football National League. On May 19, 2023, Baltika earned promotion to the Russian Premier League for the 2023–24 season. This was their return to the top league after 25 years!
In the 2023–24 season, Baltika finished 15th in the Premier League and was relegated back to the lower division. However, Baltika also reached the final of the 2023–24 Russian Cup. They played against Zenit St. Petersburg on June 2, 2024, and lost 1–2. After this final game, Ignashevich left Baltika.
Personal Life
Sergei Ignashevich is married and has three children. His family background includes Chuvash and Belarusian heritage.
Career Highlights
Sergei Ignashevich had a very successful career, winning many awards and titles with his clubs and the national team.
Club Honours
Lokomotiv Moscow
- Russian Premier League: 2002
- Russian Cup: 2001
- Russian Super Cup: 2003
CSKA Moscow
- Russian Premier League: 2005, 2006, 2012–13, 2013–14, 2015–16
- Russian Cup: 2004–05, 2005–06, 2007–08, 2008–09, 2010–11, 2012–13
- Russian Super Cup: 2004, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2013, 2014
- UEFA Cup: 2004–05
International Honours
- Russia
- UEFA European Football Championship: 2008 bronze medalist
Images for kids
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Sergei Ignashevich in 2021
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Ignashevich playing for Russia in 2014
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Ignashevich shaking hands with Javier Zanetti before a Champions League match in 2011
See also
In Spanish: Serguéi Ignashévich para niños
- List of men's footballers with 100 or more international caps
