On September 25, 2026, in the city of Dnipro at the "Olympic Reserves" stadium, the final stage of the Cup of the Head of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast Military Administration among boys' teams took place.

The large-scale tournament, which lasted about a month, brought together 19 teams formed from boys born in 2014. The aim of the competition was to develop and popularize children's and youth football, improve the sports skills of young players, and engage children in systematic physical activity. The high level of organization and prestige of the event were confirmed by the presence of representatives of the Ukrainian Football Association (UFA). Coaches from the UAF's department for children's and youth football, Yevhenii Korosten and Serhii Chebotayev, observed the final matches and the development of young players.

Three finals – uncompromising battle

After overcoming a rich group stage and playoff rounds, six teams reached the decisive competition day. The final matches offered spectators many emotions and genuine sports intrigue. Based on the results of the matches, three teams emerged as champions: UFK "Kryvbas" (Dnipro), DSUSh-7 "Ocean" (Dnipro) and DYFS "Nadia" (Mykolaiv).

Results of the final matches

• UFK "Kryvbas" (Dnipro) – DSUSh FA "Kryvbas" (Dnipro) – 4:0
• DSUSh-7 "Ocean" (Dnipro) – DAF "Dnipro" (Dnipro) – 1:2
• DYFS "Nadia" (Mykolaiv) – DSUSh-1 "Kryvbas-84" (Kryvyi Rih) – 1:1 (penalties – 7:6)

Unprecedented prize for the winners

A special feature of this year's Cup was the main prize. All three winning teams received an opportunity to participate in a sports and educational camp in the city of Dortmund (Germany). The trip is scheduled for November 2-10. During the camp, young Ukrainian football players will have the chance to train at the facilities of the famous football club "Borussia" Dortmund.

Support from sports stars

A special guest at the event was Yaroslava Mahuchikh – an Olympic champion and world record holder in high jump. The star athlete joined the award ceremony, congratulated the boys on completing the competition and wished them success both on domestic arenas and during their future training in Germany.