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Andriy Oleksiyovych Lunin (Ukrainian: Андрі́й Олексі́йович Лу́нін; born 11 February 1999) is a Ukrainian professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for La Liga club Real Madrid and the Ukraine national team.
Key Information
Club career
[edit]Early career
[edit]Lunin was a player for Metalist Youth Sportive School (first trainer was Oleksandr Khrabrov) and Dnipro Youth Sportive School Systems (first trainer was Kostiantyn Pavliuchenko).[4]
Dnipro
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From summer 2016, after graduation of the youth sportive school, he played in the Dnipro reserves. In the main-team squad, Lunin made his debut as a start-squad player at the age of 17, in the match against Karpaty Lviv on 16 October 2016 in the Ukrainian Premier League.[5] He was Dnipro's first choice goalkeeper the rest of the season, playing in a total of 25 matches for the club, across the league and club competitions. However, at the end of the season, due to financial irregularities, Dnipro was relegated directly to the Ukrainian Second League (third level of football), and many players, Lunin included, were allowed to leave the club.[6]
Zorya Luhansk
[edit]Lunin spent the 2017–18 season playing for Zorya Luhansk, where he once again quickly established himself as the first keeper. On 14 September 2017, Lunin made his European debut in a 0–2 Europa League group stage loss to Östersunds at the Arena Lviv. He ended up playing in 36 matches across all competitions that season, including all six of Zorya's Europa League matches.
Real Madrid
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On 19 June 2018, La Liga club Real Madrid reached an agreement with Zorya Luhansk to sign Lunin in a reportedly €8.5 million plus 5 million add-ons deal.[7][8] On 27 August 2018, he was loaned to nearby fellow La Liga team Leganés, for the season.[9][10] Halfway through the campaign, he stated that he was content with being second choice to Iván Cuéllar, and would complete his contract.[11]
On 13 August 2019, he was loaned to Real Valladolid for the 2019–20 season.[12][13] On 15 October 2019, Lunin was included in the 20 best under-21 players shortlist for the 2019 Golden Boy award.[14]
On 15 January 2020, the loan with Real Valladolid was terminated. On the same day, Real Oviedo announced the loan of Lunin until 30 June 2020.[15][16]
On 20 January 2021, he made his first team debut for Real Madrid in a 1–2 extra time loss to Alcoyano in the 2020–21 Copa del Rey.[17] With Madrid confirmed 2021–22 champions, Lunin made his league debut on 8 May 2022 in the Madrid derby against Atlético Madrid, which Real lost 1–0.[18] On 15 May 2022, he played against Cádiz, saving a penalty and allowing his team to draw 1–1 away from home.[19][20][21]
On 5 October 2022, Lunin made his Champions League debut in a 2–1 win against Shakhtar Donetsk.[22] On 16 October 2022, he became the first Ukrainian player to feature in El Clásico against Barcelona, with Real winning 3–1.[23]
On 8 November 2023, Lunin was called to action in Real Madrid's Champions League group stage match against Braga after Kepa suffered an injury during the warm-up.[24][25] Lunin made a significant contribution to the team's performance by saving a penalty shot from Braga winger Álvaro Djaló in the fourth minute of the game, which helped maintain Real Madrid's lead in their group standings.[26]
On 13 February 2024, in a standout performance during Real Madrid's Champions League knockout stage match against RB Leipzig at the Red Bull Arena,[27] Lunin equaled Thibaut Courtois' 2022 UEFA Champions League final record by making nine saves in a single match, which garnered significant acclaim from the manager Carlo Ancelotti.[28] Ancelotti hailed it as Lunin's "best game" for the club, emphasising the goalkeeper's critical role in securing a strong position for Real Madrid to advance in the competition.[29]
On 17 April 2024, Lunin made eight saves in the Champions League quarter-finals' second leg against Manchester City, which ended in a 1–1 draw, and then went on to stop Manchester City players Bernardo Silva and Mateo Kovačić's penalties in the shootout, securing Real Madrid's advancement to the semi-finals.[30][31][32]
On 13 September 2024, Lunin extended his contract, signing a new five-year deal to remain at Madrid until 2030.[33]
International career
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In 2019, Lunin backstopped Ukraine U20 team to their first ever FIFA U-20 World Cup victory.[34] He played in six of his team's seven matches, but missed the quarterfinal match against Colombia due to being called up to Ukraine's main squad for the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying matches against Serbia and Luxembourg.[35][36] After the 3–1 final match victory against South Korea, Lunin was awarded the Golden Glove as the best goalkeeper of the tournament.[37]
On 23 March 2018, Lunin debuted for the Ukraine national team in a 1–1 friendly draw against Saudi Arabia.[38] At the age of 19 years and 40 days, he became the youngest debutant in the national team during that time, surpassing the previous records set by Maksym Koval and Oleksandr Shovkovskyi.[38]
In May 2024, Lunin was called up to represent Ukraine at UEFA Euro 2024.[39]
Personal life
[edit]Lunin married his girlfriend Anastasia Tamazova in a civil ceremony in 2021.[40]
Career statistics
[edit]Club
[edit]- As of match played 14 January 2026[3]
| Club | Season | League | National cup[a] | Europe | Other | Total | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Division | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | Apps | Goals | ||
| Dnipro | 2016–17 | Ukrainian Premier League | 22 | 0 | 3 | 0 | — | — | 25 | 0 | ||
| Zorya Luhansk | 2017–18 | Ukrainian Premier League | 29 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6[b] | 0 | — | 36 | 0 | |
| Leganés (loan) | 2018–19 | La Liga | 5 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 7 | 0 | ||
| Valladolid (loan) | 2019–20 | La Liga | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | — | — | 2 | 0 | ||
| Oviedo (loan) | 2019–20 | Segunda División | 20 | 0 | — | — | — | 20 | 0 | |||
| Real Madrid | 2020–21 | La Liga | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 2021–22 | La Liga | 2 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2022–23 | La Liga | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2[c] | 0 | 2[d] | 0 | 12 | 0 | |
| 2023–24 | La Liga | 21 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8[c] | 0 | 1[e] | 0 | 31 | 0 | |
| 2024–25 | La Liga | 7 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 2[c] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 0 | |
| 2025–26 | La Liga | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1[c] | 0 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| Total | 37 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 13 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 65 | 0 | ||
| Career total | 113 | 0 | 20 | 0 | 19 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 155 | 0 | ||
- ^ Includes Ukrainian Cup, Copa del Rey
- ^ Appearances in UEFA Europa League
- ^ a b c d Appearances in UEFA Champions League
- ^ Appearances in FIFA Club World Cup
- ^ Appearance in Supercopa de España
International
[edit]- As of match played 10 June 2025[41]
| National team | Year | Apps | Goals |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 2018 | 3 | 0 |
| 2019 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2020 | 1 | 0 | |
| 2022 | 3 | 0 | |
| 2024 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2025 | 3 | 0 | |
| Total | 16 | 0 | |
Honours
[edit]Real Madrid
- La Liga: 2021–22,[42] 2023–24[43]
- Copa del Rey: 2022–23[44]
- Supercopa de España: 2022,[45] 2024[46]
- UEFA Champions League: 2021–22,[47] 2023–24[48]
- UEFA Super Cup: 2022,[49] 2024[50]
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2022[51]
- FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 2024[52]
Ukraine U20
Individual
- Golden talent of Ukraine: 2017 (U-19)
- FIFA U-20 World Cup Golden Glove: 2019[53]
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Early life
Background
Andriy Lunin was born on 11 February 1999 in Krasnohrad, a town in Kharkiv Oblast, Ukraine. He is the son of Oleksiy Lunin, who worked in banking, and Svitlana Lunin, a civil servant.[6][10][11] Lunin's family background was rooted in the everyday life of eastern Ukraine, where the region's strong football tradition provided early cultural influences on young talents like him.[6] His childhood unfolded in the modest setting of Krasnohrad, a small town of approximately 20,000 residents located about 100 kilometers from the regional hub of Kharkiv, where community sports fostered initial interests in physical activities.[6] Lunin's first exposure to sports occurred through school programs and informal local clubs, sparking his passion for football around the age of eight when he began playing casually, initially preferring positions that minimized running.[6][11] By around age 10, inspired by these experiences and the local football environment, he committed to pursuing the sport professionally, marking the start of more structured involvement in youth development.[6]Youth career
Lunin joined the youth academy of Metalist Kharkiv in 2012 at around age 13, developing through their system from under-12 to under-18 levels, with Oleksandr Khrabrov as his first trainer.[3][6] In 2015, he transferred to the youth setup of Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk, where he continued his training until promoted to the senior team in 2016.[3]Club career
Dnipro
Lunin signed his first professional contract with Dnipro Dnipropetrovsk on 30 June 2016, at the age of 17, following his promotion from the club's youth academy.[12] Initially positioned as a backup goalkeeper behind more experienced options, he quickly earned opportunities amid the team's transitional phase.[13] Lunin made his senior debut on 16 October 2016, starting in a 1–1 draw against Karpaty Lviv in the Ukrainian Premier League.[14] He went on to feature prominently in the 2016–17 season, appearing in 25 matches across all competitions, including 22 in the league where he conceded 25 goals.[15] Lunin recorded 9 clean sheets during the campaign, demonstrating composure and shot-stopping ability that helped stabilize Dnipro's defense despite the club's struggles.[15] As Dnipro faced severe financial difficulties and eventual relegation to the Ukrainian Second League due to irregularities, Lunin transitioned from backup to regular starter, playing nearly every league match from mid-season onward.[16] His consistent performances drew attention from other clubs, leading to a transfer to Zorya Luhansk on 6 July 2017.[17]Zorya Luhansk
Lunin joined Zorya Luhansk from Dnipro in the summer of 2017, building on his emerging senior experience in the Ukrainian top flight. He was immediately positioned as the primary goalkeeper for the 2017–18 Ukrainian Premier League campaign, displacing the previous incumbent and solidifying his role through consistent showings.[18][4] In league play, Lunin featured in 29 matches, helping anchor a defense that propelled Zorya to a fourth-place finish and qualification for European competition the following season. His European introduction came on 14 September 2017, starting in Zorya's UEFA Europa League group stage opener against Östersunds FK, which ended in a 0–2 defeat at Arena Lviv. Among his notable contributions that year were key saves, including a penalty stop against Stal Kamyanske on 14 October 2017, which underscored his growing command in high-pressure domestic fixtures.[19][20][21] Lunin's performances at Zorya drew international attention, leading to his transfer to Real Madrid in June 2018 for an initial €8.5 million fee, plus potential add-ons up to €4 million; at 19 years old, he was lauded as a promising talent with exceptional maturity for his position.[22]Real Madrid
Andriy Lunin joined Real Madrid on 22 June 2018, signing a six-year contract to serve as backup to Keylor Navas.[22] He was immediately loaned out to CD Leganés for the 2018–19 La Liga season, where he made seven appearances across all competitions.[23] The following campaign, Lunin moved on loan to Real Valladolid, but limited opportunities and an injury restricted him to just two appearances in the Copa del Rey before the deal was cut short in January 2020.[23] He then joined Real Oviedo in the Segunda División for the remainder of the 2019–20 season, featuring in 20 matches and helping the team avoid relegation.[23] Upon returning to Real Madrid, Lunin made his first-team debut on 20 January 2021 in a Copa del Rey last-32 tie against Alcoyano, which ended in a 2–1 extra-time defeat after a 1–1 regulation-time draw, during which he conceded two goals.[24] His La Liga debut followed on 19 February 2022, starting in a 3–0 home win over Alavés.[25] Lunin remained a fringe squad member in subsequent seasons, serving as second-choice goalkeeper behind Thibaut Courtois until opportunities arose from injuries. The 2023–24 season marked Lunin's breakthrough, as he stepped up for 29 appearances across all competitions while Courtois recovered from a long-term knee injury.[26] Key highlights included saving two penalties from Mateo Kovačić and Bernardo Silva in the UEFA Champions League quarter-final shootout against Manchester City on 17 April 2024, securing a 4–3 victory on penalties after a 1–1 aggregate draw. He started the Champions League final against Borussia Dortmund on 1 June 2024, contributing to a 2–0 win that claimed Real Madrid's 15th European Cup. In the 2024–25 season, Lunin's role diminished with Courtois' return to full fitness, limiting him to substitute appearances early on. On 13 September 2024, Real Madrid announced a contract extension tying him to the club until 30 June 2030. He encountered a back pain issue in late September 2025 during international duty preparations, causing him to miss Ukraine's World Cup qualifiers. During the El Clásico on 26 October 2025, Lunin was sent off in stoppage time for aggressively leaving the bench during a post-match brawl involving players from both sides, resulting in a one-match ban confirmed on 1 November 2025.[27] As of November 2025, Lunin has recorded 37 appearances for Real Madrid's first team.[28] Throughout his tenure, Lunin has solidified his position as a dependable deputy, contributing to multiple trophy successes while accumulating 113 total club appearances, including loan spells.[28]International career
Youth career
Lunin began his progression through Ukraine's youth international teams with the under-16 side, making his debut on 22 January 2015 in a 3–0 friendly defeat to France at the age of 15. He quickly established himself as a reliable presence in goal, featuring in several matches that year as part of the team's development program. Advancing to the under-17 level, Lunin became a mainstay during the 2016 UEFA European Under-17 Championship qualifying campaign, where his shot-stopping abilities contributed to Ukraine's defensive solidity, conceding just two goals across six ties. He continued his development with the under-19 team in 2017 and 2018, appearing in three matches during the 2016–17 UEFA European Under-19 Championship qualifiers and additional friendlies, honing his skills against stronger European opposition. Over his youth career, Lunin amassed approximately 32 caps across various age groups from 2014 to 2019, earning praise for his reflexes and command in high-pressure tournament scenarios. Lunin's youth international career peaked at the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Poland, where he played all six matches for Ukraine, including the 3–1 final victory over South Korea on 15 June that secured the nation's first title in the competition. His outstanding performances, which included crucial saves in the group stage against the United States and Qatar, earned him the Golden Glove award as the tournament's best goalkeeper.[29][30]Senior career
Lunin made his senior debut for the Ukraine national team on 23 March 2018, starting in a 1–1 friendly draw against Saudi Arabia in Marbella, Spain, becoming the youngest goalkeeper to feature for the team at 19 years and 40 days old.[8] Following his standout performances at the 2019 FIFA U-20 World Cup, where Ukraine won the title, Lunin's rapid rise accelerated his integration into the senior squad. During the UEFA Euro 2020 qualifying campaign, Lunin made appearances as a backup option, contributing to Ukraine's qualification for the tournament as runners-up in their group. He remained part of the squad for the delayed Euro 2020 finals in 2021 but did not feature, with Heorhiy Bushchan preferred as the primary goalkeeper. In the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, Lunin had a limited role, named to the squad for the playoff semi-final against Scotland on 1 June 2022 but remaining an unused substitute in the 3–1 victory (on penalties after 0–0) played amid the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, which added emotional weight to Ukraine's campaign. The team advanced to the final but lost to Wales, missing qualification for the tournament in Qatar.[31] Lunin's prominence grew in the UEFA Euro 2024 qualifiers, where he started the crucial playoff semi-final against Bosnia and Herzegovina on 21 March 2024 (2–1 win) and the final against Iceland on 26 March 2024 (2–1 win), making several key saves, including a sprawling stop against Jón Daði Böðvarsson in the final to secure qualification despite the war's disruptions.[32] At the Euro 2024 finals, he started the opening group match against Romania on 17 June 2024, keeping a clean sheet in a 0–0 draw, but was replaced by Bushchan for the remaining group matches; Ukraine advanced from the group but were eliminated 1–0 by Belgium in the round of 16.[33] In the 2024–25 UEFA Nations League, Lunin featured in two matches for Ukraine in League B, playing the full 90 minutes each time but recording no clean sheets as the team navigated promotion playoffs.[34] In September 2025, he withdrew from a World Cup qualifying camp due to a back injury but returned to the squad in November 2025.[9][35] As of November 2025, Lunin has earned over 20 caps for Ukraine, keeping five clean sheets, and captains the national team as its primary goalkeeper.[7][8]Personal life and playing style
Personal life
Andriy Lunin married his long-term partner, Anastasia Tamazova, in a civil ceremony in Madrid on 18 March 2021. The couple opted for a casual attire, with Lunin wearing a tracksuit, reflecting his preference for comfort during the low-key event.[36][37] They welcomed their first child, a son named Andrii, on 23 May 2022.[38] Following his transfer to Real Madrid in July 2018, Lunin relocated to Spain along with his family, who accompanied him during his official unveiling at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. Despite the move, he has maintained close connections to his homeland, with some relatives remaining in Ukraine near the Russian border.[39][40] Lunin generally keeps his personal life private, sharing limited details publicly beyond family milestones. In the wake of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, he actively supported relief efforts by urging donations of medical supplies, clothing, and food, and providing a Madrid collection point for aid shipments to his country. He has also participated in charity auctions to raise funds for Ukraine and received a commendation from Ukrainian military units for his contributions to the defence forces. In November 2025, Lunin visited Ukraine to meet with 20 children who are beneficiaries of two socio-sports schools funded by the Real Madrid Foundation, the European Union, and Salesian Missions.[41][42][43][44]Playing style
Andriy Lunin stands at 1.91 m (6 ft 3 in) tall and is right-footed, attributes that contribute to his commanding presence in goal. He excels particularly in shot-stopping and one-on-one situations, where his agility and positioning allow him to anticipate and neutralize threats effectively. Lunin's reflexes enable him to make crucial saves in high-pressure scenarios, as demonstrated by his two penalty saves during the 2024 UEFA Champions League quarter-final shootout against Manchester City, helping Real Madrid advance.[45] Among his key strengths, Lunin's proficiency in reflex saves and penalty-taking expertise stands out, with a career record of saving 8 out of 26 penalties faced. He also demonstrates solid distribution with his feet, supporting Real Madrid's possession-based style by initiating plays from the back with accurate short passes and occasional long balls, though he attempts fewer long-range distributions compared to elite peers. However, weaknesses include occasional errors during high-pressure build-up play, where rushed decisions have led to turnovers, and areas for improvement in commanding his penalty area, particularly with cross claims, as he sometimes opts for punching over catching.[21][46] Lunin's evolution as a goalkeeper traces from an agile youth prospect, noted for his quick reactions and high-ball outings as early as age 18, to a composed backup at Real Madrid, where he has matured into a reliable deputy capable of stepping in seamlessly during injuries. His ball-playing ability draws comparisons to modern keepers like Ederson, emphasizing composure under pressure and footwork integration into team play, though Lunin prioritizes shot-stopping over sweeping. Coaches, including Carlo Ancelotti, have praised his reliability, with Ancelotti stating in February 2025 that Lunin is a trusted goalkeeper who is doing very well that year.[47][48] As of June 2025, his market value is estimated at €18 million, reflecting his established role in a top club.[3]Career statistics
Club
Lunin has not won any major club honors during his time at Dnipro or Zorya Luhansk.[49] Since joining Real Madrid in 2018, Lunin has been part of the squad for 11 major trophies as of November 2025, primarily as a backup goalkeeper, though he played a key role in the 2023–24 UEFA Champions League campaign while deputizing for the injured Thibaut Courtois.[50]| Club | Season | League | Cup | Europe | Total | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apps | GCS | Apps | GCS | Apps | GCS | Apps | GCS | ||
| Dnipro | 2016–17 | 22 | 31 | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 25 | 34 |
| Zorya Luhansk | 2017–18 | 29 | 42 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 8 | 36 | 51 |
| Leganés (loan) | 2018–19 | 16 | 25 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 18 | 27 |
| Valladolid (loan) | 2019–20 | 33 | 44 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33 | 44 |
| Oviedo (loan) | 2020–21 | 8 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 10 |
| Granada (loan) | 2020–21 | 7 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 7 | 9 |
| Real Madrid | 2021–22 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 7 |
| Real Madrid | 2022–23 | 7 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 3 | 10 | 11 |
| Real Madrid | 2023–24 | 21 | 24 | 1 | 1 | 8 | 8 | 30 | 33 |
| Real Madrid | 2024–25 | 7 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 14 | 15 |
| Real Madrid | 2025–26 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Career total | 152 | 205 | 15 | 14 | 18 | 22 | 185 | 241 |
Team Honors
Real Madrid- La Liga: 2021–22, 2023–24 (2)[51]
- UEFA Champions League: 2021–22, 2023–24 (2)[49]
- UEFA Super Cup: 2022, 2024 (2)[52]
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2022 (1)[49]
- FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 2024 (1)[49]
- Copa del Rey: 2022–23 (1)[53]
- Supercopa de España: 2022, 2024 (2)[54]
Individual Awards
- Third place, Yashin Trophy: 2024[55]
International
| National team | Year | Apps | GCS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ukraine | 2018 | 3 | 3 |
| Ukraine | 2019 | 2 | 2 |
| Ukraine | 2020 | 1 | 1 |
| Ukraine | 2022 | 3 | 4 |
| Ukraine | 2024 | 4 | 6 |
| Ukraine | 2025 | 8 | 9 |
| Total | 21 | 25 |
Honours
Club
Lunin has not won any major club honors during his time at Dnipro or Zorya Luhansk.[49] Since joining Real Madrid in 2018, Lunin has been part of the squad for 12 major trophies as of November 2025, primarily as a backup goalkeeper, though he played a key role in the 2023–24 UEFA Champions League campaign while deputizing for the injured Thibaut Courtois.[50]Team Honors
- La Liga: 2019–20, 2021–22, 2023–24 (3)[51]
- UEFA Champions League: 2021–22, 2023–24 (2)[49]
- UEFA Super Cup: 2022, 2024 (2)[52]
- FIFA Club World Cup: 2022 (1)[49]
- FIFA Intercontinental Cup: 2024 (1)
- Copa del Rey: 2022–23 (1)[53]
- Supercopa de España: 2022, 2024 (2)[54]
Individual Awards
- Third place, Yashin Trophy: 2024[60]