Oleg Reabciuk (born 1 April 1998) is a professional footballer from Moldova who plays as a left‑back for Israeli Premier League club Maccabi Haifa and the Moldova national team.
Early life and education
Reabciuk was born in the city of Tiraspol, located in the Transnistrian region of Moldova. He began playing football at a young age and progressed through local youth systems before entering professional ranks.
Club career
Youth career
Reabciuk developed in the youth academy of FC Sheriff Tiraspol, one of Moldova’s leading clubs, where he received his foundational training.
Sheriff Tiraspol
He made his senior debut for Sheriff Tiraspol in 2016. During his tenure, he made limited first‑team appearances but was part of squads that secured the Moldovan National Division titles in the 2015–16 and 2016–17 seasons.
Zimbru Chișinău
In 2018, Reabciuk transferred to Zimbru Chișinău, another top‑flight Moldovan club. He featured regularly in the 2018–19 season, accruing over 20 league appearances and contributing defensively.
St Johnstone
On 12 July 2019, Reabciuk signed a three‑year contract with Scottish Premiership side St Johnstone. He made his debut on 13 August 2019 in a 2–0 league loss to Celtic. Over two seasons, he amassed 45 league caps and scored one goal, participating in the club’s historic 2020–21 Scottish Cup triumph.
Maccabi Haifa
On 31 July 2021, Reabciuk joined Maccabi Haifa on a four‑year deal. He quickly became a regular starter, playing a key role in the club’s domestic successes, including Israeli Premier League titles in 2021–22 and 2022–23, as well as the 2022 Israel Super Cup. His performances have been noted for defensive solidity and overlapping runs on the flank.
International career
Reabciuk represented Moldova at various youth levels, including the under‑19 and under‑21 teams. He earned his first senior cap on 10 September 2020 in a UEFA Nations League match against Israel. As of October 2023, he has accumulated over 20 senior international appearances.
Style of play
Primarily deployed as a left‑back, Reabciuk is recognized for his stamina, crossing ability, and defensive positioning. He frequently contributes to attacking phases, providing width and delivering set‑piece deliveries.
Personal life
Reabciuk is multilingual, speaking Romanian (Moldovan), Russian, and English. He has been involved in community outreach programs in both Scotland and Israel, promoting youth football development.
Career statistics
Club (league appearances and goals)
| Season | Club | League | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016–17 | Sheriff Tiraspol | Divizia Națională | 4 | 0 |
| 2018–19 | Zimbru Chișinău | Divizia Națională | 22 | 0 |
| 2019–21 | St Johnstone | Scottish Premiership | 45 | 1 |
| 2021–23 | Maccabi Haifa | Israeli Premier League | 56 | 2 |
International (Moldova senior team)
- Appearances: 22
- Goals: 0
Honours
Sheriff Tiraspol
- Moldovan National Division: 2015–16, 2016–17
St Johnstone
- Scottish Cup: 2020–21
Maccabi Haifa
- Israeli Premier League: 2021–22, 2022–23
- Israel Super Cup: 2022
References
- "Oleg Reabciuk – Player Profile". Scottish Professional Football League.
- "Maccabi Haifa sign Oleg Reabciuk". Maccabi Haifa Official Website, 31 July 2021.
- "Moldova – International Appearances". UEFA.com.
External links
- Profile at Maccabi Haifa official website
- National‑team statistics at National‑Football‑Teams.com