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Alexander KuchmaKazakhstani footballer, defender
Date of Birth: 09.12.1980
Country:  Kazakhstan |
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Early Life and Career
As a youth, Kuat Kuzhekeev was a product of the Dzhambul football academy. By the age of 17, he had earned a spot on the senior team of FC Taraz. Kuzhekeev's professional career took off in 2000 when he transferred to German side Rastatt 04. He spent two seasons with the club before moving to Sonnenhof Großaspach in 2002.
International Career
From 2004 to 2008, Kuat Kuzhekeev was a member of the Kazakhstan national football team. He made significant contributions during his time with the сборной Казахстана.
Club Career
In 2005-06, Kuzhekeev played for Polish first division club Ruch Chorzów. The following year, he returned to Kazakhstan and joined FC Astana, where he became part of the team that won the Kazakhstani Premier League title in 2006.
After Astana's bankruptcy, Kuzhekeev transferred to Ordabasy before becoming a free agent and signing with Okzhetpes in 2010. However, his season was cut short due to a suspension imposed by the Football Federation of Kazakhstan.
In 2011, Kuzhekeev signed a contract with FC Irtysh Pavlodar. With Irtysh, he reached the second qualifying round of the UEFA Europa League. After the season, he rejoined his former club, FC Taraz. In 2012, he completed his move to FC Tobol Kostanay.
Personal Life
Kuat Kuzhekeev is married and has two children: a son named Makar and a daughter named Kapitolina. Despite his stellar career, he has consistently prioritized his family life.
