Artem Smolyakov

Artem Hennadiyovych Smolyakov is a Ukrainian professional footballer who plays as a defender for Major League Soccer club Los Angeles FC.

Club career

Early years

Smolyakov, born in Baranivka, [Zhytomyr Oblast], is a product of the Dnipro youth sportive school system.

Inhulets Petrove

In August 2020, he signed a contract with Ukrainian Premier League side Inhulets Petrove. He made his league debut for Inhulets against Shakhtar Donetsk on 22 November 2021.

Polissya Zhytomyr

On 21 July 2023, Smolyakov moved to Polissya Zhytomyr for a fee of €150,000. During his time there, he made a total of 43 appearances in all competitions.

Los Angeles FC

On 14 February 2025, Smolyakov moved to Los Angeles FC for a reported €2 million transfer fee.

International career

Smolyakov has made 10 appearances for the Ukraine national under-21 [football team|Ukraine U21] team, with his first international appearance taking place on 8 September 2023 against Germany.