Andriy Shevchenko was the coach of the Ukrainian national team
Coming on the eighteenth day of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, the idol and greatest scorer of Ukraine Andrey Shevchenko (see photo gallery below)
She revealed that she would help refugees in the UK. In an interview with ITV, the former player said that in addition to housing two children in his home, he would help the Ukrainian ambassador transport 150 people.
“I try to support my country, I try to get attention, I try to talk about exactly what is happening, I try to touch people’s hearts and then I understand the circumstances. Of course, I try to increase humanitarian aid and help my country, my people and the refugees.”
According to the British newspaper, the Mirror, the British government has launched a “Houses for Ukraine” campaign with the aim of encouraging residents to resettle refugees if possible. Also according to the publication, the movement already has an interest in more than 90,000 properties.
“I was waiting for the government rules and now it is very clear… I was working with the ambassador of Ukraine here and then I have some friends who want to help and we will take 150 refugees here and put them in different areas and also take some children in my house.”
Shevchenko also revealed his feelings about the conflicts in Ukraine.
“I don’t think there’s a place in Ukraine where you feel safe now. I can’t believe it, sometimes it’s like a nightmare. I just wake up and tell myself ‘it will go back to normal’, but I know it will never happen. I know we have to deal with this situation and we have to To find a way to bring peace to my country.
The former striker, who came to play for the Blues for a brief period, also commented on the situation at Chelsea.
“It’s a very difficult time for me,” he added. “At the moment I’m not thinking about football. My head, all I have is to help my country, but I know the situation and it’s a very difficult time for the Chelsea fans and for the club. I don’t think you can cancel the Chelsea story. The fans have to be strong and support the club.”
** Lucas Barreros graduated in Journalism from Mogi das Cruzes University. On iG, write to iG Sports. He collects tickets for Web Rádios Rede Contínua and Bate Fundo Esportivo. In addition to sports broadcasting, he has knowledge in creating audiovisual content. Lucas is passionate about sports, is not limited to Brazilian football and is a huge fan of the English Premier League. In addition to the four lines, it follows the sentiment of the NBA, the speed of Formula 1 and the world of esports. Outside of the sports field, she is closely associated with music and cinema.
