Stas Pokatilov Sabah Scout Report
Stas Pokatilov
Quick Answer
Stas Pokatilov played for Akzhayik, Shakhter Karagandy and Kairat in Kazakhstan and had a spell at Rostov in Russia before joining Sabah on 21 January 2025 — an experienced goalkeeper with 29 caps for the Kazakhstan national team. His biggest strength is his extensive proven experience in the Kazakhstan league and at national-team level; the key watch point is that his contract with Sabah expires at the end of summer 2026.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Stanislav Pokatilov |
| Date of birth | 8 December 1992 |
| Age | 33 |
| Place of birth | Uralsk, Kazakhstan |
| Nationality | Kazakhstan |
| Primary position | Goalkeeper |
| Shirt number | 92 |
| Current club | Sabah (21 January 2025) |
| Contract status | Until 30 June 2026 |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-2013 | Akzhayik | Kazakhstan |
| 2013-2014 | Shakhter Karagandy | Kazakhstan |
| 2015-2016 | Aktobe | Kazakhstan |
| 2016 | Rostov | Russia |
| 2016 (loan) | Kairat | Kazakhstan |
| 2016-2022 | Kairat | Kazakhstan |
| 2022-2024 | Aktobe | Kazakhstan — second spell |
| 2024-2025 | Tobol | Kazakhstan |
| 2025-present | Sabah | Azerbaijan Premier League — since 21 January 2025 |
Born in Uralsk, Pokatilov began his career at Akzhayik in Kazakhstan, then played for Shakhter Karagandy and Aktobe before a brief spell at Rostov in Russia. He spent the longest stretch of his career at Kairat from 2016-2022, establishing himself as the Kazakhstan national team’s first-choice goalkeeper and reaching 29 caps. After a second spell at Aktobe and a season at Tobol, he transferred to Azerbaijan champions Sabah on 21 January 2025. Stas is the twin brother of Vladimir Pokatilov, coming from a goalkeeping family recognised in Kazakhstan football.
Playing Style & Assessment
Pokatilov offers a classic goalkeeper profile combining the calm that comes with experience on the line, proven concentration at national-team level, and the capacity to lead within a title-winning squad.
Strengths
- National-team experience — 29 caps for Kazakhstan’s senior side point to a capacity to perform under pressure at international level.
- Title-winning squad experience — Playing for Azerbaijan’s reigning champions Sabah shows he can adapt to a highly competitive environment.
- Broad club experience — Having played across different Kazakh clubs and in Russia points to adaptability to different tactical systems.
Development Areas
- Age — At 33, the long-term sustainability of his reflexes and physical performance is an area requiring careful monitoring.
- Short-term contract — His deal with Sabah expires on 30 June 2026, creating uncertainty for long-term planning.
- Limited spell in Russia — His time at Rostov was brief, so there is no large sample at that higher level.
Level Projection
Verdict: A veteran goalkeeper with extensive experience for the Kazakhstan national team, currently at Azerbaijan’s champion side; could be assessed as an experience-driven transfer for Süper Lig sides at 1. Lig level or seeking a rotation goalkeeper.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | 1. Lig level / Süper Lig rotation |
| Primary role | Goalkeeper |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | National-team experience |
| Key risk | Age |
| Scout verdict | Track for another period |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Stas Pokatilov? An experienced goalkeeper with 29 caps for Kazakhstan’s national team, currently playing for Azerbaijan champions Sabah.
When did Stas Pokatilov join Sabah? He transferred from Tobol to Sabah on 21 January 2025.
Sources & Methodology
This profile was compiled by cross-referencing Transfermarkt, the club’s official profile page, Wikipedia and accessible football data platforms. Tactical commentary and the level projection are GegenSports editorial assessments.
- Wikipedia — Stas Pokatilov
- Transfermarkt — Stas Pokatilov profile and transfer data
- ESPN — Stas Pokatilov player profile
