Defender "Columbus Crew" Yevhen Cheberko commented on his first call-up to the national team of Ukraine since 2020—for a friendly tournament in Canada.
Yevhen Cheberko
— How did you find out about the call-up? What did you feel at that moment?
— I found out in the morning when I saw the list of those going to the friendly tournament. But before that, they asked me about the Canadian visa, so I knew there was a possibility. I felt joy.
— What does this first call-up to the national team since 2020 mean to you?
— It is very important for me. Because I had the goal to go back to the national team.
— What are your expectations from returning to the national team? Have you already spoken with the head coach?
— I haven’t spoken with the coach yet. But the expectations are positive, there is a chance to show myself.
BoHDan Andriyuk