Fedetskyi named the players who could strengthen the Ukrainian national soccer team

Former defender Artem Fedetskyi highlights key domestic talents and roster omissions ahead of crucial Nations League matches.

October 8, 2026
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Former Ukraine national team defender Artem Fedetskyi has evaluated the Ukrainian national team’s roster for the Nations League matches and highlighted specific players who could strengthen the squad under the leadership of coach Andrea Maldera.

According to Fedetskyi, potential additions include Lviv “Karpaty” midfielder Denys Kostenko—who had a strong start to the championship before suffering an injury—and Yegor Yarmolyuk, whose absence has affected team rotation and physicality. Furthermore, Fedetskyi praised the performances of Volodymyr Vantukh and questioned the exclusion of Ivan Kalyuzhny from the roster, noting that while the final decision rests with the coaching staff, other viable candidates are available.

The Ukrainian national team currently competes in the second division of the Nations League and is preparing for upcoming November matches against Northern Ireland and Georgia.

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