Oleg Salenko

Oleg Salenko

Oleg Salenko was born on October 25th, 1969

Full Name: Oleg Anatolyevich Salenko
Place of Birth: Russia
Profession: Footballer
Position: Striker
Teams Played: Levante UD, SD Ponferradina
Playing Years: 1986-2006
Caps: 8
Goals: 6

Russian footballer who holds the record for most goals scored in a single FIFA World Cup match, netting five against Cameroon in 1994.

Timeline
1969
Born in Ukraine
Oleg Salenko was born in Ukraine and would go on to become a professional footballer.
1992
Started Professional Career
Salenko began his professional football career, playing for various clubs in Europe and Asia.
1994
Won European Championship Top Scorer
Salenko was the top scorer in the 1994 European Championship, helping Russia reach the semifinals.
1996
Played in UEFA Cup
Salenko participated in the UEFA Cup with his club, Valencia CF.
2000
Retired from Football
Salenko retired from professional football, marking the end of his playing career.
Oleg Salenko

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FAQ
What is Oleg Salenkos most famous goal-scoring achievement?
Oleg Salenko is famous for scoring five goals in a single match for Russia against Cameroon at the 1994 World Cup, which is a record for most goals scored by a player in a single World Cup match.
How many international appearances did Oleg Salenko make?
Oleg Salenko made 8 international appearances for Russia between 1993 and 1995.
What awards did Oleg Salenko win?
Oleg Salenko won several awards, including the 1994 FIFA World Cup Golden Boot and the Russian Footballer of the Year award.
How did Oleg Salenkos football career begin?
Oleg Salenkos football career began in the Soviet Union, where he played for various clubs before moving to Spain and playing for clubs like Logroñés and Valencia.
What is Oleg Salenkos current occupation?
Oleg Salenko is currently a football coach and scout, and has worked with various clubs and national teams around the world.

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