Today, 19 February, Anatoliy Demyanenko, the famous former Dynamo Kyiv footballer of the 80s and former coach of our team, turns 65. UEFA Honorary Member Hryhoriy Surkis congratulated the hero of the day.
"Dear Anatoliy Vasylovych!
I express my congratulations on your 65th birthday. A person whose efforts have been put on the altar of the development of national football deserves great respect.
The legendary Dynamo player Anatoliy Demyanenko was able to surprise everyone - rivals, experts and fans - with his constant charge for success and thirst for victory, always inspiring his partners.
And later, the experience and lessons learnt from the best mentors helped you, dear hero of the day, to turn into a demanding football specialist who strives for new heights and never stops there.
I wish you, Anatoliy Vasilyevich, good health and longevity, family harmony, optimism and fulfilment of your cherished dreams. May bad weather avoid your home. I wish you happiness and prosperity!
And we all wish you the longed-for Victory!
Sincerely yours,
Grigory SURKIS