Oleksandriya lost one of its leaders - midfielder Kirill Kovalets. The 29-year-old football player injured his knee during the off-season training of his team and was out of action for a long time.

Damage to Kovalets is serious and requires surgical intervention. The midfielder has already gone to Rome, where he will undergo surgery. Then the player is waiting for a long recovery period. Apparently, Kovalets will not play this season.