Euro 2026: Ukraine's Minifootball Squad Set for Action
Ukraine's national minifootball team is set to compete in the 2026 European Championship, organized under the European Minifootball Federation (EMF). During the group stage, the Ukrainian squad will face off against Belgium, Turkey, and Serbia. Head coach Oleksandr Bondar has selected 17 players for the tournament.
A total of 24 national teams will take part in the final stage, divided into six groups of four. The top two teams from each group, along with the four best third-placed teams, will advance to a 16-team knockout round. Group matches will run from May 27 to May 30, with the playoff stage beginning on June 1. The final is scheduled for June 4.
Match Schedule and Squad Roster
Here is the schedule for Ukraine's group-stage matches:
- May 28 at 1:15 PM – vs. Belgium
- May 29 at 3:30 PM – vs. Turkey
- May 30 at 10:15 PM – vs. Serbia
It is also worth noting that Ukraine's football team recently lost 1-3 to Sweden in the semifinals of the 2026 World Cup playoffs. In that match, Ponomarenko scored for Ukraine in the 90+1 minute, while Gyökeres netted a hat-trick in the 6th, 51st, and 72nd minutes.
The Ukrainian squad for Euro 2026 includes two goalkeepers and 15 outfield players:
- Yaroslav Morykishka
- Myroslav Magurskyi
- Andriy Zahranychnyi
- Andriy Kovalchuk
- Stanislav Hnatkovskyi
- Mykhailo Hrytsyna
- Vadym Ivanov
- Dmytro Sorokin
- Nikita Sinitsyn
- Dmytro Klochko (captain)
- Serhiy Lapa
- Andriy Tsopa
- Ihor Tykhenko
- Oleksandr Kolesnikov
- Denys Blank
- Oleksandr Tarasiuk
- Artem Sokhatskyi
The European Minifootball Championship promises to be a thrilling event, and Ukraine's team has every chance to make a strong impression in this prestigious competition.
Ukraine's participation in Euro 2026 gives the squad a chance to showcase their skills on an international stage, especially in light of the recent defeat to Sweden. A strong performance in this tournament could serve as a major boost for the development of minifootball in Ukraine and spark greater interest in the sport among young people.
As Ukraine gears up for Euro 2026, it's essential to reflect on their recent challenges in international tournaments. The team's previous encounter with Spain at Euro 2024 ended in a dramatic shootout loss, highlighting the fierce competition they face on the European stage. For more insights on Ukraine's past performances and how they can learn from their experiences, check out our detailed coverage of their exit from Euro 2024 here.