The players of Oleksandriya were prohibited from entering the field with the Ukrainian flag during yesterday's return match of the 2nd qualifying round of the Conference League against Serbian Partizan. This was reported by the press service of the Ukrainian club.
Photo: fco.com.ua“The football club Oleksandriya arrived in Belgrade for an important match but faced an unexpected ban — to enter the field with the Ukrainian flag. We were deeply disappointed by this decision, as our flag is not just a piece of fabric. It is a symbol of our identity, our freedom, and our unbreakable will.
Despite this ban, we want to make it clear: we have always entered, we are entering, and we will always enter with our blue and yellow flag. Wherever we have been — on the football field, at international competitions, or anywhere in the world — we proudly carry our banner. Because it embodies each of us, our hearts, our aspirations.
We are Ukraine. And Ukraine will always be with us, in our hearts and, undoubtedly, in our hands. Glory to Ukraine!” — reads the message from Oleksandriya.
