Former Ukrainian football star suffers serious injury while defending the country on the frontlines
Mykola Zakhotyuk, a retired football player who played for Ukrainian clubs such as ‘Karpaty,’ ‘Skala,’ and ‘Niva,’ is now on the front line defending Ukraine from Russian invaders.
Known for his career on the field, he decided to join the Ukrainian Armed Forces on April 19.
His military journey began near Kostiantynivka, where he was actively involved in defense.
During his departure from his position, he sustained a severe injury from a landmine blast.
Currently, he is hospitalized, and his condition remains critically stable.
His family requires support and assistance during these challenging times.
For financial help, his wife Alla Zakhotyuk has a donation card: 5168 7451 4032 9399.
Mykola completed his football career in 2007, but his contributions to Ukrainian sport are well remembered.
His notable achievement includes reaching the finals of the Ukrainian Cup in 1999 with ‘Karpaty.’ In the final match, the team lost to Dynamo Kyiv with a score of 0:3.
Recently, the Ukrainian front line has transformed into a deadly ‘kill zone,’ leaving no clear boundary.
Earlier, it was also reported that a former national basketball team player passed away at age 35, highlighting the ongoing hardships faced by Ukrainians amidst the conflict.