The founder of FC Poltava Volodymyr Sysenko has passed away: what legacy the legendary coach left behind

According to Українська Прем'єр-Ліга: Today, the football community of Poltava has lost one of its brightest representatives. On December 7th, Volodymyr Sysenko, co-founder and head coach of FC 'Poltava', passed away. He was the true soul of the club, without whom it is hard to imagine its history.

Football was not just a job for Volodymyr Anatoliyovych. He played for teams in the former Soviet space and began his coaching career after finishing his playing activities. His main task was always to instill a love for the game in the next generation of footballers.

'My task is to pass on my experience and love for football to the younger generation of players,' Volodymyr Sysenko used to say.

Under his leadership, FC 'Poltava' went through an impressive journey from an amateur team to a participant in the Premier League. Volodymyr Sysenko was always known for his demanding nature and care as a coach.

The contribution of Volodymyr Anatoliyovych to the development of football in Poltava region is hard to overestimate, and his name will forever remain in the history of Ukrainian football. The Ukrainian Premier League expresses its sincere condolences to the family and friends of the coach.

Volodymyr Sysenko was not only a well-known coach but also the ideologist of the football club. He will remain in the memory of players, fans, and all who appreciate Ukrainian football.