Ukraine Hosts Its First National Amputee Football Championship

Among those present at the opening were the President of the Ukrainian Association of Football, Andriy Shevchenko, and reigning undisputed heavyweight world champion Oleksandr Usyk.

“Football helps a lot both physically and mentally. It's great that these championships are now running in the country. You meet guys just like you—who fought there and are now fighting here.”

– Stanislav, veteran, Shakhtar Stalevi

The winner will represent Ukraine
in the Champions League of
the European Amputee Football Federation in 2026.

“As a former ballroom dancer, I used to only dance with my partner. Here, it’s a team sport, and it’s completely different. You feel a strong level of support.”

– Karyna, student, AMP Vinnytsia

Ten teams from regions across the country—from Lviv to Kharkiv—are taking part in the Championship.

The tournament will run until December, with Kyiv hosting
the first round.