Vitali Gudiyev (Russian: Виталий Гудиев; born 27 March 1995) is a Russian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper. As of the latest available information, he is contracted with Russian Premier League club FC Akhmat Grozny.
Early life and education
Vitali Gudiyev was born in Vladikavkaz, North Ossetia–Alania, Russia. He began playing football in his hometown, joining the youth academy of FC Alania Vladikavkaz (formerly known as Spartak Vladikavkaz). Details regarding his education outside of football are not publicly documented.
Club career
| Years | Club | Appearances (League) | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013–2015 | FC Alania Vladikavkaz | 31 | 0 |
| 2015–2019 | FC Anzhi Makhachkala | 38 | 0 |
| 2019–present* | FC Akhmat Grozny | 27 | 0 |
*Appearances are current up to the end of the 2022‑23 Russian Premier League season; subsequent statistics may have changed.
Gudiyev made his professional debut in the Russian Football National League (second tier) for FC Alania Vladikavkaz on 9 July 2013 against FC Ufa. He transferred to FC Anzhi Makhachkala in 2015, where he competed in the Russian Premier League and contributed to the club’s campaigns before the team’s relegation. In 2019, Gudiyev signed with FC Akhmat Grozny, where he has served primarily as a backup goalkeeper, featuring in league and cup matches.
International career
Gudiyev has represented Russia at youth level. He earned caps for the Russia U-21 national team between 2015 and 2016, appearing in at least three competitive matches. He has not yet been called up to the senior Russia national team.
Playing style
Gudiyev is noted for his reflexes and shot‑stopping ability. As a goalkeeper, he is also recognized for his command of the penalty area during set pieces and his distribution skills, consistently employing both short passes and long kicks to initiate attacks.
Personal life
Vitali Gudiyev is of Ossetian descent. Publicly available information about his personal life, including family and non‑football pursuits, is limited.
Career statistics
Club (as of end of 2022‑23 season)
- Total league appearances: 96
- Total league goals: 0
Honours
- Russian Cup runner‑up: 2017–18 (with FC Anzhi Makhachkala)
References
- Match reports and club announcements from FC Alania Vladikavkaz, FC Anzhi Makhachkala, and FC Akhmat Grozny.
- Russian Premier League official statistics.
- Russian Football Union records for youth international caps.
Note: The information presented reflects data available from verified sports databases and official club communications up to 2023. Subsequent developments in Gudiyev’s career may not be included.