Terrible.
During an interview given The Messenger, Andriy Shevchenko, the legend of Ukrainian Football, returned to the war between Ukraine and Russia and its consequences. The Golden Ball in 2004 is categorical: since the start of this conflict, more than 200 members of the football community have died (players, coaches and other sports professionals). The president of the Ukrainian football federation returned in this interview to the difficulty of maintaining sports competitions in this major geopolitical crisis: “The situation in Ukraine is extremely difficult due to the ongoing war. Matches take place under strict safety protocols, often behind closed doors and in regions where the risk is minimal. » As a reminder, Shakhtar Donetsk and Dynamo kyiv play their European competition matches in Germany, in Gelsenkirchen and Hamburg respectively.
“Football is a symbol of hope and resistance »
Shevchenko went on to explain the important role of football in this tragic moment: “Our clubs and national teams participate in national or international tournaments. For us, football is not just a sport: it is a symbol of hope and resistance. The Football Federation of Ukraine is doing everything possible to support players, coaches and fans to ensure that football thrives even in these difficult times. »
A war that Farès Bahlouli fled.
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