Aleksei Ionov is a Russian former professional footballer known for playing as a winger.
Ionov started his professional career with FC Zenit Saint Petersburg in 2007.
He made his senior national team debut for Russia on March 29, 2011, against Qatar.
Biography
Early Life and Development
Aleksei Sergeyevich Ionov, born in Russia, began his football journey at the tender age of six. His early training at SCYSSOR Zenit laid the foundation for a promising career, leading him to join the Zenit Reserves in 2007.
Club Career
Ionov's professional career took off with FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, where he played from 2007 to 2011, contributing to the team's success in various competitions, including the UEFA Cup in 2008. After his time at Zenit, he moved to FC Kuban Krasnodar, where he had two stints, and briefly played for FC Anzhi Makhachkala in 2013. He later joined FC Dinamo Moscow and had a notable career with the Russia national team, making his senior debut in 2011. Ionov was part of the squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and scored his first international goals in 2018 against the Czech Republic.
In 2017, he signed a three-year contract with Rostov, and after a brief period at Krasnodar, he returned to Rostov in 2023. His career continued with a move to Ural Yekaterinburg in early 2024.
International Career and Achievements
Ionov represented Russia at various levels, including the U-21 team during the 2011 European Championship qualification. His international career highlights include being part of the squad for the 2014 FIFA World Cup and the UEFA Euro 2020. Throughout his career, he has earned several honors, including multiple domestic titles with Zenit St. Petersburg, showcasing his impact on Russian football.
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Career & Clubs
He started playing football at the age of six. Later he graduated from SCYSSOR Zenit, and started playing for Zenit Reserves in 2007. On 3 June 2013, Ionov moved to Anzhi Makhachkala for 5 million euros. In June 2016, Ionov moved to CSKA Moscow on a season-long loan. On 31 August 2017, he signed a 3-year contract with Rostov. On 15 October 2020, he moved to Krasnodar and signed a 2.5-year contract with the club. Ionov left Krasnodar in June 2023. On 20 June 2023, Ionov returned to Rostov on a two-year deal. The contract was terminated by mutual consent on 14 December 2023. On 22 February 2024, Ionov signed with Ural Yekaterinburg.
Ionov was a part of the Russia U-21 side that competed in the 2011 European Under-21 Championship qualification. He made his senior national team debut on 29 March 2011 in a friendly against Qatar. He played his first competitive national team game in the 2014 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Luxembourg on 6 September 2013. On 2 June 2014, he was included in the Russia's 2014 FIFA World Cup squad. After a two-year break, he was called up for games against Turkey and Czech Republic in September 2018. He scored his first two goals for the national squad on 10 September 2018 in a friendly against the Czech Republic which was played at his club's home stadium, Rostov Arena. On 11 May 2021, he was included in the preliminary extended 30-man squad for UEFA Euro 2020. On 2 June 2021, he was included in the final squad. He did not appear in any games as Russia was eliminated at group stage.
Club
As of match played 14 July 2024
International
As of match played 19 November 2019
International goals
As of match played 19 November 2019. Russia score listed first, score column indicates score after each Ionov goal.
- Club
- FC Kuban Krasnodar (2012–2013)
- Club
- FC Anzhi Makhachkala (2013–2013)
- Club
- FC Dinamo Moscow (2013–)
- Club
- Russia national under-21 football team (2009–2010)
- Club
- Russia-2 national football team (2011–2012)
- Club
- Russia men's national football team (2011–)
- Club
- FC Kuban Krasnodar (2010–2011)
- National team
- Russia
- Club
- FC Zenit Saint Petersburg (2007–2011)
Legacy
Zenit St. Petersburg
UEFA Cup: 2007–08 Russian Super Cup: 2008, 2011 Russian Cup: 2009–10 Russian Premier League: 2010
Clubs
- Russia men's national football team2011current
- FC Dinamo Moscow2013current
- FC Zenit Saint Petersburg2007–2011
- Russia national under-21 football team2009–2010
- FC Kuban Krasnodar2010–2011
- Russia-2 national football team2011–2012
- FC Kuban Krasnodar2012–2013
- FC Anzhi Makhachkala2013–2013
Played together with
- Adamas GolodetsFC Dinamo Moscow · 1954–1957
Adrian RopotanFC Dinamo Moscow · 2009–2012
Akhrik TsveibaFC Dinamo Moscow · 2001–2001
Alakbar MammadovFC Dinamo Moscow · 1954–1959
Alan GatagovFC Dinamo Moscow · 2011–2014
Alan KasaevFC Dinamo Moscow · 2013–2014- Alan KasaevFC Zenit Saint Petersburg · 2004–2007
- Alberto Luiz de SouzaFC Dinamo Moscow · 2003–2004
- Aleh ShkabaraFC Dinamo Moscow · 2001–2005
Alejandro DomínguezFC Zenit Saint Petersburg · 2007–2009
Aleksandar LukovićFC Zenit Saint Petersburg · 2010–2014
Aleksandr AnyukovFC Zenit Saint Petersburg · 2005–2020
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Identifiers & aliases
Aleksei Sergeyevich Ionov is a Russian former professional footballer who played as a winger. He could play on the left flank or the right.
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