Andrei Shevchenko's chilling testimony on the war in Ukraine

Since February 2022, Ukraine has been trying to resist the Russian invasion. If this conflict may seem to be purely geopolitical, it also has consequences on the practice of Football in this region of the world, obviously. And faced with this situation, Andreï Shevchenko, legend of Ukrainian football and 2004 Ballon d'Or, reacted in an interview with Il Messaggero.

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The former center forward provided some details on the progress of football competitions in Ukraine. And the least we can say is that the testimony of the player who played for Chelsea and AC Milan is chilling: “The situation in Ukraine is extremely difficult due to the ongoing war. Matches take place under strict safety protocols, often without spectators and in regions where the risk is minimal. Our clubs and national teams participate in national and 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. We have already confirmed that more than 200 members of the football community have lost their lives since this large-scale war began. This includes players, coaches and other sports professionals, and this number continues to grow.»