Ruslan Sakhalbaev

Ruslan Kasymkhanovich Sakhalbaev (Руслан Сахалбаев; born 17 June 1984) is a Kazakhstani footballer who plays as a midfielder for Kairat.

Early life
Sakhalbaev was born in 1984 in Kazakhstan. He initially almost retired from professional football to play futsal.

Career
Sakhalbaev started his career with Kazakhstani side Kairat. He helped the club win the 2003 Kazakhstan Cup. He has held the record for the most appearances in the Kazakhstan Premier League.

Personal life
Sakhalbaev has been married. He has a son.