Volodymyr Bezborotko, a 27-year-old referee from Bukovyna, was killed in the war against Russia, the UAF's official telegram channel reports.
"Volodymyr Bezborotko worked for the Football Association of Chernivtsi Region and made a significant contribution to the popularisation of children's and youth football in Bukovyna.
The referee defended Ukraine and was killed in the Zaporizhzhia sector. On behalf of the Ukrainian Football Association and the entire football community, we express our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Volodymyr...
Glory to the Hero! Eternal memory..." the statement reads.