Anton Shunin

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▸ Источник: Wikipedia

ИИ

Anton Shunin is a former Russian footballer known for his role as a goalkeeper.

He played for FC Dinamo Moscow from 2007 until 2024, showcasing his loyalty to the club.

Shunin was struck by a firecracker during a match in 2012, resulting in a serious eye injury.

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Биография

Early Life

Anton Vladimirovich Shunin is a Russian former footballer born into a world where sports would soon become his passion. He emerged as a youth product of Dynamo Moscow, where he honed his skills as a goalkeeper, setting the stage for a professional career that would span nearly two decades.

Career

Shunin made his professional debut on April 21, 2007, in a match against Khimki, marking the beginning of his long tenure with FC Dinamo Moscow, where he played until 2024. His career was not without challenges; on November 17, 2012, during a match against FC Zenit Saint Petersburg, he suffered a serious injury when a firecracker struck him, causing a burn to his cornea. Despite this setback, Shunin's resilience shone through as he continued to excel, earning accolades such as Player of the Month in November 2019 and Player of the Year for the 2019-20 season, an honor he also received in 2018-19.

On the international stage, Shunin represented Russia at various levels, including the under-21 team and the senior national team from 2007 to 2022. His international debut came on August 22, 2007, against Poland, and he later played in significant tournaments, including UEFA Euro 2020. His career with the national team was marked by limited opportunities due to the presence of other talented goalkeepers, but he eventually became a key player following the retirement of Igor Akinfeev.

Personal Life

Off the pitch, Shunin's life is enriched by his family. He has a son, Artemy, born in 2012, from his first marriage to Veronica. In July 2018, he married Russian model Kate Grigorieva, and they welcomed their daughter, Sofia, on May 22, 2020. Shunin's journey through football and life reflects a blend of dedication, resilience, and personal growth, culminating in a legacy that inspires many young athletes.

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Career statistics

Club

As of match played 25 May 2024

International

As of match played 20 November 2022

▸ Источник: Wikipedia

Club career

Shunin is a youth product of Dynamo Moscow. He made his debut on 21 April 2007 in a 2–1 win over Khimki. On 17 November 2012, Shunin was struck by a firecracker thrown from the stands during a Russian Premier League match against FC Zenit Saint Petersburg. After the match had been stopped, it was confirmed that Shunin had sustained a burn of the cornea in one eye. He was voted as player of the month for November 2019 by Dynamo fans. On 4 August 2020, he was voted Player of the Year by Dynamo fans for the 2019–20 season, the prize he also won in 2018–19. He was voted player of the month again for August 2020 and September 2020. On 16 November 2021, he extended his contract until the end of the 2023–24 season. Shunin left Dynamo after that contract expired. He announced his retirement from playing in May 2025.

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International career

Due to presence of Igor Akinfeev, another Russian one-club man goalkeeper of CSKA Moscow fame, Shunin's opportunities in the national team have been limited for most part of his senior career.

He made his international debut on 22 August 2007 in a friendly match which ended 2–2 against Poland. After a three-year break, he was called up for the national team again for a friendly game against Belgium on 17 November 2010. He was confirmed for the finalized UEFA Euro 2012 squad on 25 May 2012. After another 6 years without call-ups, he was included in the squad for the games against Turkey and Czech Republic in September 2018, two months after then retirement of goalkeeper Igor Akinfeev from international football. He played his first competitive match for his country on 19 November 2019 in a Euro 2020 qualifier against San Marino, keeping a clean sheet. In the UEFA Nations League in 2020, Shunin was briefly the first choice goalkeeper of the national team. 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 played the opening game against Belgium as Russia lost 0–3. He did not appear in the remaining games as Russia was eliminated at group stage.

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Club: FC Dinamo Moscow (2007–2024)
Club: Russia national under-21 football team (2007–2007)
Club: Russia men's national football team (2007–2022)
Club: Russia-2 national football team (2011–2011)
National team: Russia

Личное

Personal life

Shunin has a son named Artemy (born 2012) with his first wife, Veronica. In July 2018, Anton Shunin married Russian model, Kate Grigorieva. Their daughter Sofia was born on 22 May 2020.

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