The spring season of the "Open Football Festivals" project by the Ukrainian Football Association and regional football associations has begun in Kharkiv region.

This event took place on the territory of Pysochyn Lyceum in the Kharkiv district, initiated by Oleh Synyegubov, head of the Kharkiv OAF. The participants of the event — children affected by the war — were greeted by Olha Korobka, executive director of the Kharkiv OAF, and regional coordinator of the project, Olha Krivenco.

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Students from 4th to 6th grades of Pysochyn Lyceum enjoyed the team game, where volunteers, a psychologist, and players communicated and interacted in various situations on playgrounds. The football atmosphere was pleasant for all participants.

Photo by HOAF

«Thank you to the Ukrainian Football Association for a wonderful festival! I would also like to thank volunteers, teachers, and all concerned residents of Pysochyn village who joined in organizing an interesting football event for community children affected by the war.»— noted Olha Krivenco.