Aleksandr Yerokhin

Early Life and Development

Aleksandr Yuryevich Yerokhin is a talented Russian professional footballer, born into the youth system of FC Lokomotiv Moscow. His journey in football began at a young age, and in 2008, he made a significant move to FC Sheriff Tiraspol. Initially, he played a few matches, but by 2009, he had established himself as a first-team player, taking on the crucial role of playmaker.

Career Progression

Yerokhin's career saw him transition through several clubs, showcasing his skills as a midfielder. After his time at FC Sheriff Tiraspol from 2007 to 2010, he played for FC Krasnodar for a brief period before moving to FC SKA-Energiya Khabarovsk and FC Ural Yekaterinburg. His notable achievements include a standout performance on the last day of the 2017–18 season, where he scored four goals in a 6–0 victory over FC SKA-Khabarovsk after signing a three-year contract with FC Zenit Saint Petersburg in June 2017. Yerokhin continued to impress, extending his contract with Zenit multiple times, with his latest extension keeping him at the club until the end of the 2026–27 season.

International Career

On the international stage, Yerokhin was called up to the Russia national football team in August 2015 for the UEFA Euro 2016 qualifiers. He made his debut in a friendly match against Turkey in August 2016. His career reached a peak when he was included in Russia's squad for the 2018 FIFA World Cup, where he made history as the first player to be used as a fourth substitute during extra time in the round-of-16 match against Spain. He also participated in the quarter-final shoot-out against Croatia, further solidifying his role in the national team.