Today gave the world several famous people who closely connected their lives with football:
Serhiy Tkachenko (1979) - former Ukrainian footballer, midfielder. He finished his professional career in autumn 2011, at the age of 32, on the recommendation of doctors due to an old ankle injury. He played 4 matches in the national team of Ukraine, scored no goals.
Miroslav Blazevic (1935-2023) - former Croatian football player and coach. In his time he managed many clubs and national teams, including the Croatian national team, Dinamo Zagreb, PAOK and Nantes. At one time he was close to leading the Ukraine national team.
Yuriy Dmitrulin (1975) - former Ukrainian defender of Dynamo Kyiv and the Ukraine national team. He also defended the colours of Tavriya Simferopol. Nine-time champion and six-time winner of the Ukrainian Cup. As a member of the Ukrainian national team he played 39 matches. Currently works as a coach at Dynamo Academy.