Ukraine National Team Reveals Starting XI for Denmark Friendly

Ukraine's Starting Lineup Against Denmark Announced

According to Главком: Ukraine's coaching staff has unveiled the starting eleven for the upcoming friendly against Denmark, scheduled for June 7, 2026, at Odense Stadium in Odense. Kickoff is set for 7:30 PM local time. The lineup features notable changes, with PSG center-back Illia Zabarnyi and midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi returning to the starting side. Malinovskyi recently transferred from Italian club Genoa to Turkish side Trabzonspor.

Vitaliy Mykolenko, who plays for Everton in Liverpool, also starts for Ukraine. The central defense will be anchored by Eduard Sarapiy of Polissya and Mykola Matviyenko from Shakhtar Donetsk. Higher up the pitch, Yegor Nazaryna and Oleh Ocheretko-both from Shakhtar-will take their positions. On the wings, Girona's Viktor Tsygankov and Benfica's Heorhiy Sudakov are set to feature. Leading the attack will be Lyon striker Roman Yaremchuk.

Here is the full starting lineup for Ukraine: Trubin – Zabarnyi, Sarapiy, Matviyenko, Mykolenko – Nazaryna, Ocheretko, Malinovskyi – Tsygankov, Sudakov – Yaremchuk.

Head-to-Head History: Ukraine vs. Denmark

Looking at the history between the two sides, Ukraine and Denmark have faced off three times. The first match was a friendly in 2003, which Denmark won 1-0 thanks to a goal from midfielder Gravesen. In 2005, they met twice during qualification for the 2006 FIFA World Cup. The first encounter ended in a 1-1 draw in Copenhagen, with goals from Denmark's Jorgensen and Ukraine's Husin. The second match, held in Kyiv, saw Ukraine claim a 1-0 victory courtesy of a strike from forward Voronin.

Two players made their debuts for the Ukrainian national team: Oleksandr Romanchuk, who started and played the first half, and Hennadiy Synchuk, who came off the bench midway through the second period. However, news also reports that Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been handed a four-year suspension, a decision made by the English Football Association. Mudryk appealed the ruling to the Court of Arbitration for Sport on February 26.

This match against Denmark marks a key step in Ukraine's preparations for upcoming international competitions, as the team continues to refine its optimal lineup and form. The return of players like Zabarnyi and Malinovskyi could significantly enhance the squad's tactical options. At the same time, Mudryk's suspension presents additional challenges for the coaching staff in selecting the starting eleven and shaping game strategy.

As the Ukrainian national team prepares for their friendly against Denmark, it's worth noting the recent announcement of the squad for upcoming matches, which includes a blend of experienced players and fresh talent. This strategic selection highlights the coaching staff's focus on building a competitive lineup. For a closer look at the full roster and insights into the team's preparations, check out the details in our article on Ukraine's squad for the friendlies against Poland and Denmark.