The head coach of 'Polissya' Ruslan Rotan received a serious punishment for his emotional reaction during the match against 'Rukh' from Lviv. After being sent off the field, he was given a 5-match ban and a fine of 200 thousand hryvnias for unsportsmanlike conduct.
During the match, Rotan's team was left with a numerical disadvantage as early as the 11th minute due to a red card for one of the players. The coach's emotional reaction to the referee's decision led to his expulsion from the field, but even after that, Rotan managed the team from the stands, using his phone to communicate with his assistant.
The sports director of 'Polissya' Vyacheslav Shevchuk supported Rotan, expressing sharp criticism of Ukrainian refereeing. He noted that the referee's unfair behavior could affect the team's preparation. It is also worth noting that the police have launched an investigation into 'Polissya' regarding possible match-fixing.
As a result of the emotional outburst during the game, Ruslan Rotan received a severe punishment, and the team 'Polissya' found itself under additional scrutiny due to possible negotiations in matches.