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Sport remains a powerful symbol of national unity and a testament to the enduring spirit of the country. The Sport section of News Ukraine provides comprehensive coverage of the professional athletes, local clubs, and national teams representing Ukraine on the field, the court, and the ring. We track the journey of our competitors as they strive for excellence and bring pride to the nation across the globe.
Our sports reporting captures the most significant moments in the athletic calendar through several key focus areas:
Football and Major Leagues: Real-time updates on the Ukrainian Premier League, the performance of our national team in international tournaments, and the success of Ukrainian players in top European clubs.
Olympic and Paralympic Sports: Detailed coverage of the training, selection, and competitive results of Ukrainian athletes as they prepare for and participate in global multi-sport events.
Combat Sports and Boxing: Insights into the legendary Ukrainian boxing scene, tracking the careers of world champions and the rising stars of the ring who continue to dominate the heavyweight and lightweight divisions.
Ukrainian athletics serves as a major pillar of cultural diplomacy and geopolitical stability. At News Ukraine, we analyze how the presence of Ukrainian athletes on the international stage raises global awareness and fosters international solidarity. We also document the large-scale efforts to rebuild and modernize sports infrastructure, including stadiums and training centers, ensuring that the next generation of champions has the facilities they need to succeed. By highlighting the triumphs of our sportswomen and sportsmen, we celebrate a nation that remains competitive and victorious in every arena.
The third round of matches in Group I of the main round of the 2026 European Handball Championship has concluded. The first participant in the semi-finals of the continental championship was determined based on its results. Germany, having carried over…
GF is usually associated with elite sports and closed clubs, but today it also serves as a place of rehabilitation, a space for psychological recovery for war veterans and even a diplomatic signal for peace. For Ukrainian veterans, this game…
Zelensky announced this on his Telegram channel, as reported by Ukrinform. “I had a conversation with IOC President Kirsty Coventry. I congratulated her on her new appointment, wished her success and expressed gratitude to the IOC for supporting Ukraine and…
According to the press service of the Ukrainian club, the parties agreed on the final details of the transfer, and Sudakov signed an individual contract with the team from Lisbon, Ukrinform reports. Sudakov began his career at Shakhtar Academy in…
Luzan won her fourth gold medal at the 2025 World Championships in the women’s 200m canoe scull with a time of 46.09 seconds, Ukrinform reports. At the 2025 Games in Milan, the Ukrainian canoeist also became world champion in the…
The Sports Committee of Ukraine reported this on Facebook, Ukrinform reports. “Vod” is one of Ukraine’s main training centers for national diving and synchronized swimming teams. The impact shattered the building’s windows and left debris. According to the committee, dozens…
Zelensky announced this via social networks, as reported by Ukrinform. “Today, we all strive to make Ukraine’s voice more powerful and significant in the world, so that as many people as possible learn the story of Ukraine’s struggle for its…
The President shared his congratulations on Telegram. “Alexander Usyk has done it again! Undisputed champion. Legend. One of ours,” he noted. The head of state expressed gratitude to the boxer for the strength and inspiration that he brings to the…
Usyk, who holds the WBO, WBA, WBC and IBO titles, won the rematch against Briton Daniel Dubois (23-3, 21 KOs), the IBF heavyweight champion, Ukrinform reports. The fight took place at Wembley Stadium in London, UK, and ended in a…