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Dmitriy KramarenkoSoviet and Azerbaijani football player
Date of Birth: 12.09.1974
Country:  Azerbaijan |
Content:
- Vladislav Kramarenko
- Professional Debut and Transfer Saga
- Success with Alania
- Return to Azerbaijan and Coaching
- International Career and Coaching
Vladislav Kramarenko
Early Life and CareerVladislav Kramarenko, a former Soviet and Azerbaijani footballer, was born in Baku. He began his football career at the RSDSYUSSHOR Neftchi Baku academy. Initially playing as a defender, he was later moved to the goalkeeper position by his coaches.
Professional Debut and Transfer Saga
Kramarenko made his professional debut for Baku Dynamo in 1991. In 1992, he became Azerbaijani champion with Neftchi Baku. In 1993, he received an offer from FC Dynamo Moscow, despite Neftchi's reluctance to release him. Due to delays in the transfer paperwork, Kramarenko initially played for Dynamo Moscow's reserve team. His Russian Premier League debut came against FC Spartak Moscow, but he suffered a knee injury in the match and was replaced by Valeri Kleimenov.
Success with Alania
From 1996 to 1997, Kramarenko played for FC Alania Vladikavkaz, winning a silver medal in the Russian Premier League in 1996. In 2002, he had a trial with Atletico Madrid but ultimately did not join the club.
Return to Azerbaijan and Coaching
Kramarenko returned to Azerbaijan in 2004 and played for FC Karvan, winning a bronze medal in 2004/05 and a silver medal in 2005/06. In 2006, he moved to FC Terek Grozny before returning to Azerbaijan in 2007. He won the Commonwealth of Independent States Cup with FK Baku in 2008.
International Career and Coaching
Kramarenko made 33 appearances for the Azerbaijan national team. In 1994, he represented the Russian Olympic team in friendly matches. In 2015, he was appointed goalkeeper coach of Neftchi Baku.
