Yaroslav Yuryevich Matviyenko (Russian: Ярослав Юрьевич Матвиенко; born 22 March 1998) is a Russian professional footballer who plays as a midfielder.
Early life and youth career
Matviyenko was born in Krasnoyarsk, Russia. He developed as a footballer in the youth system of FC Yenisey Krasnoyarsk.
Senior club career
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FC Yenisey Krasnoyarsk (2018–2020) – Matviyenko made his professional debut in the Russian Football National League on 10 August 2019 against FC Neftekhimik Nizhnekamsk. He recorded four league appearances for the club.
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FC Noah (2021–2022) – In February 2021, Matviyenko signed with Armenian Premier League side FC Noah. He appeared in nine league matches and scored two goals before leaving the club in July 2022.
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West Armenia (2022–2023) – He joined West Armenia, making ten league appearances and scoring two goals.
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FC Torpedo Miass (2023) – Matviyenko played 23 matches and scored three goals in the Russian Second League.
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FC Ryazan (2024) – He featured in three league games.
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FC Rubin Yalta (2024) – Matviyenko made a single league appearance.
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Legion Makhachkala (2025–present) – As of the latest update in November 2025, he has made fourteen league appearances for the club.
Playing style
Primarily deployed as a central midfielder, Matviyenko is noted for his work rate and versatility across midfield positions.
Career statistics (league matches only, as of 1 November 2025)
| Club | Seasons | Appearances | Goals |
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| Yenisey Krasnoyarsk | 2018–2020 | 4 | 0 |
| Noah | 2021–2022 | 9 | 2 |
| West Armenia | 2022–2023 | 10 | 2 |
| Torpedo Miass | 2023 | 23 | 3 |
| Ryazan | 2024 | 3 | 0 |
| Rubin Yalta | 2024 | 1 | 0 |
| Legion Makhachkala | 2025– | 14 | 0 |
References
- Wikipedia entry for Yaroslav Matviyenko, retrieved November 2025.
- Russian Football National League match report, 10 August 2019.
- Official announcements from FC Noah (February 2021; July 2022).