Roman Yaremchuk: "We train in wartime, I have many friends who are currently on the front line..."
Yesterday, the first legionnaire — Roman Yaremchuk from Lisbon's "Benfica" — arrived at the training camp of Ukraine's national team in Slovenian Brdo.
Photo by the press service of the UAF
He immediately got to work and, along with 22 other performers, participated in the evening training session. It included a warm-up, ball-control relay races, a square drill, and game series.
After this, Roman Yaremchuk shared his impressions of returning to the national team.
"I've always said that it's very pleasant to return to the team, to see my teammates. It was a warm reunion — we kissed and hugged each other. I have very positive emotions, but most importantly, we are all alive and healthy. After the club season, I'm not overly tired, everything is fine. I will prepare for matches with the national team, which is a great motivation.
We train during wartime; many of my friends are now on the front lines. My parents are in Lviv; we call each other every half hour or so to check how they're doing. Of course, I'm very worried about this situation.
It's good that the national team managed to travel and play matches. I believe it is necessary for Ukraine to show its face abroad. Since our fans will be watching us closely, we need to present ourselves as best as possible. To remind everyone in the world that Russia — is an aggressor. And we have to go to Qatar."
Recall that the 1/2 final of the playoff qualification for the 2022 World Cup between Scotland and Ukraine will take place on June 1 at Hampden Park in Glasgow.