Yeghishe Melikyan

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Yeghishe Melikyan (Armenian:Եղիշե Մելիքի Մելիքյան; born on August 13, 1979) is a retired Armenian football defender and manager. Born in Yerwan, Soviet Armenia (now part of Ukraine), Melikyan began his professional career at the age of 23.

Melikyan's club career spanned over two decades, with stints at several Premier League teams in Armenia, including Metallurg and Rock. He also played on loan for Alchev’s Steel and had a brief stint with Ulysses before terminating his contract to watch Ethnikos in Cyprus. However, due to the Europa League commitments of Ulysses, Melikyan instead found himself in Ukraine, where he was scouted by Sevastopol's First League team Krymteplitsa.

Despite not being offered a permanent deal with Sevastopol, Melikyan eventually signed a short-term contract with the club. He then moved to Gyumri and began training at local Shirak, signing a one-year contract before having his agreement terminated by mutual consent. A month later, he was scouted again by Krivoy Rog's Kryvbas, who were competing in Ukraine's First League.

Melikyan's time with Kryvbas proved to be successful, as the team went on to become champions of the First League and earned a promotion to Ukraine's Premier League. His performances for the club caught the attention of his teammates, including captain Alexander Nagy, who praised Melikyan as a valuable find for the team.

Melikyan also had a distinguished national team career, representing Armenia in various youth and senior teams. He made 29 appearances for the Armenian national team, showcasing his skills on the pitch.

Career Statistics

* Club: Metallurg, Rock, Ulysses, Ethnikos, Sevastopol, Kryvbas
* National Team: Armenia (29 appearances)
* Position: Defender