Ukraine's World Cup dream was dashed when the team lost 1-3 to Sweden in the playoff semi-final in Valencia. But the defeat on the pitch wasn't the only setback during their stay in Spain - the national team was robbed of valuables before the match.
SportsNational team captain Serhiy Rebrov sees the match against Sweden as a mission from the Ukrainian people. Reaching the World Cup is important for the players, but we have to do something for the people who have been at war for four years. They deserve it. For our country, it is very important that we are in the World Cup, Rebrov says.
SportsWin or lose. The conditions are simple for the national football team's quest to reach the World Cup finals in North America this summer. A playoff semi-final against Ukraine awaits on a neutral field.
FootballOut badly after the European Championship premiere. Out badly after the first half in the second match. Then Ukraine turned it around and defeated Slovakia 2–1. A very important win for the team and the country, says Ukraine's national team coach Serhij Rebrov.
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