During a press conference dedicated to tomorrow's match against Albania, Ukraine's head coach Serhiy Rebrov refused to answer questions because the interpreter provided by the Albanian side intended to translate into Russian, UNN reports.
Details
Prior to the press conference, Rebrov expressed his condolences to the families whose loved ones were killed in Russia's recent strikes on Ukraine.
"In connection with the recent shelling of the enemy, the terrorist country, and our civilian cities, I would like to express my personal and all the players of the Ukrainian national team's support to the families of the victims. I would like to remind you that the war in Ukraine continues. Every day the enemy shells our cities and kills our civilians. I would like to emphasize that we are truly grateful to everyone for their help. Right now we need this help from the European countries," said Rebrov.
After Rebrov finished his speech, the interpreter provided by the Albanian side asked the coach to repeat it again, but in Russian, because the interpreter did not understand Ukrainian well.
Rebrov refused and added that he could answer in English to make it easier for the interpreter.
"No Russians," added the national team's press attaché.
Recall
On Tuesday, November 19, the Ukrainian national team will play the final match in the League of Nations against Albania. The Ukrainians drew their previous match against Georgia.