Taras Kacharaba DAC Dunajská Streda Scout Report
Taras Kacharaba
Quick Answer
Taras Kacharaba is a 1.89 m Ukrainian centre-back who came up through the Shakhtar Donetsk system, wore the Slovan Liberec and Slavia Prague shirts in the Czech Republic, and joined DAC Dunajská Streda in 2024, where he took on the captaincy. He has earned two caps for the Ukraine senior side. His standout quality is the top-flight defensive experience and leadership he accumulated in the Czech league; the main thing to watch is his positioning against fast transitions.
Player Info Card
| Full name | Taras Ivanovych Kacharaba |
| Date of birth | 7 January 1995 |
| Age | 31 |
| Place of birth | Zhydachiv, Lviv, Ukraine |
| Nationality | Ukraine |
| Primary position | Centre-back |
| Shirt number | 33 |
| Current club | DAC Dunajská Streda (2024) |
| Contract status | Under active contract with the club |
Career History
| Period | Club | Note |
|---|---|---|
| 2012-2019 | Shakhtar Donetsk | Ukraine — various loans |
| 2017-2021 | Slovan Liberec | Czech Republic |
| 2021-2024 | Slavia Prague | Czech Republic |
| 2024-present | DAC Dunajská Streda | Slovak league — captain, 66+ appearances |
Born in the Lviv region, Kacharaba was developed in the Shakhtar Donetsk system and loaned to Hoverla, Zirka and Slovan Liberec. After making the Liberec move permanent, he transferred to Slavia Prague in 2021 and played at the top level of Czech football. He joined DAC Dunajská Streda in 2024 and soon became the club’s captain. He made his Ukraine senior debut on 8 September 2021 and has two caps.
Playing Style & Assessment
At 1.89 m, Kacharaba is strong in the air and reads the game with a maturity honed in the Czech league. The captaincy speaks to his leadership on the pitch and his ability to organise the back line; his physical presence lends assurance in one-on-one duels.
Strengths
- Top-flight experience — Time at Slavia Prague and in the Czech league offers a mature reference point in defensive positioning.
- Leadership — Being DAC’s captain reflects his organisational qualities and force of character on the pitch.
- Aerial command — His 1.89 m frame and duelling strength make him effective at set pieces in both boxes.
Development Areas
- Pace — His positioning against quick forwards in transitions that leave space behind is a point to watch.
- International minutes — With just two caps, he has been tested only sparingly at senior international tempo.
- Build-up volume — His contribution is built around defensive priorities; deep build-up play is secondary.
Level Projection
Verdict: An experienced centre-back with a Czech-league background and pronounced leadership; worth considering for mid-table sides in the Turkish Süper Lig looking for an aerially dominant central defender who marshals the line.
Sporting Director’s Note
| Current level | Experienced centre-back ready for the Süper Lig |
| Primary role | Centre-back |
| Transfer cost | Data insufficient |
| Key strength | Top-flight experience |
| Key risk | Pace |
| Scout verdict | Watch closely |
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Taras Kacharaba? He is a Ukrainian centre-back with a Slavia Prague past who has played for DAC Dunajská Streda since 2024 and taken on the captaincy.
Has Taras Kacharaba played for the national team? Yes, he made his Ukraine senior debut in 2021 and has two caps.
Sources & Methodology
This report 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 — Taras Kacharaba
- Transfermarkt — Taras Kacharaba career statistics
- FC DAC 1904 official squad page
