Ukraine's Amputee Football Team Secures Runner-Up Finish After Dominating USA at Tournament

Ukraine Concludes Campaign at the 2026 Amp Futbol Cup

According to Главком: On June 21, Ukraine's national amputee football team wrapped up their participation in the international Amp Futbol Cup 2026, claiming second place overall. In their final matches, the squad defeated the United States but suffered a loss against Poland.

Against the USA, the Ukrainian players delivered a commanding performance, winning 2–0. Yurii Sushch scored both goals, finding the net in the 5th and 8th minutes. However, in the subsequent match against Poland, Ukraine couldn't maintain their momentum, falling 0–2.

Roster and Team Achievements

Under the guidance of head coach Nazarii Rusetskyi, the Ukrainian team displayed a commendable level of play throughout the entire tournament. The squad featured four goalkeepers:

• Roman Lyndov
• Stanislav Kaplia
• Mykhailo Bilorosyuk
• Yurii Diachuk

The outfield players who competed were:

• Oleksii Inshakov
• Vadym Korol
• Mykhailo Sokolyan
• Volodymyr Romanyshyn
• Yurii Hoponchuk
• Serhii Shvydkyi
• Denys Volynets
• Yurii Sushch
• Valentyn Osovskyi
• Yaroslav Kachmar
• Mykola Oleksiienko
• Dmytro Kuts
• Oleksandr Chynchlei
• Dmytro Shchehelskyi

Finishing as the runner-up at the Amp Futbol Cup 2026 marks a significant milestone for Ukraine's amputee football team.

This performance at an international tournament highlights the remarkable progress of the Ukrainian squad, demonstrating their ability to compete on the global stage. Beyond the sporting achievement, this second-place finish serves as a catalyst for further growth and promotion of amputee football in Ukraine, potentially inspiring new talented athletes to take up the sport.

As Ukraine's amputee football team celebrates their impressive runner-up finish at the Amp Futbol Cup 2026, they are also preparing for upcoming challenges. Their next matches will see them face strong contenders, including Poland and the USA, in a tournament in Warsaw. This opportunity not only allows the team to build on their recent success but also showcases the growing prominence of amputee football in the region. For more details on their upcoming fixtures, visit the latest updates on their matches.