Yevhen Khacheridi
A towering and physically imposing defender who became a stalwart for Dynamo Kyiv and the Ukrainian national team for nearly a decade.
Born 1987 (age 39)·Ukrainian footballer·Birthday: July 28·Millennials
Biography
Yevhen Khacheridi's football story is one of late-blooming excellence. Born in Melitopol, he didn't join a professional academy until he was 17, initially focusing on his education. His breakthrough came at FC Metalurh Zaporizhzhia, where his immense height and surprising agility for his frame caught the eye of giants Dynamo Kyiv. In the capital, the center-back evolved from a raw talent into a defensive pillar. For eight seasons, his combative style and aerial dominance were constants in Dynamo's backline, helping the club secure league titles and consistent Champions League appearances. His commitment and leadership also made him a fixture for the Ukrainian national team, earning over 50 caps and representing his country at Euro 2012 and Euro 2016. Khacheridi's career was defined by a no-nonsense, physically demanding approach that made him a formidable obstacle for attackers across Eastern Europe.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Yevhen was born in 1987, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Yevhen Was Born
The biggest hits of 1987
#1 Movie
Three Men and a Baby
Best Picture
The Last Emperor
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Yevhen's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1987Born
Black Monday stock market crash
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $72,400Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Walk Like an Egyptian" — The BanglesBest Picture: The Last Emperor
1992Started school
LA riots after Rodney King verdict
Gas: $1.13/galHome: $84,300Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"End of the Road" — Boyz II MenBest Picture: Unforgiven
2000Became a teenager
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2003Could drive
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2005Could vote
Hurricane Katrina devastates New Orleans; YouTube launches
Gas: $2.30/galHome: $167,500Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"We Belong Together" — Mariah CareyBest Picture: Crash
2008Turned 21
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2017Turned 30
#MeToo movement; solar eclipse crosses the US
Gas: $2.42/galHome: $195,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"Shape of You" — Ed SheeranBest Picture: The Shape of Water
2026Age 39 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Made over 200 appearances for Dynamo Kyiv, winning three Ukrainian Premier League titles.
- Earned more than 50 caps for the Ukrainian national team, participating in two European Championships.
- Was a key defensive component for Dynamo Kyiv in multiple UEFA Champions League campaigns.
Did You Know?
He is of Pontic Greek descent.
He studied to be a welding engineer before committing fully to professional football.
Standing at 1.98 meters (6'6"), he was one of the tallest outfield players in European football during his career.
“I am a Ukrainian, and I will defend my country with all my heart.”
