October 21, 2025
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Zheljko LYUBENOVYCH: “I will gladly invite any Ukrainian to Hagra”

On Monday, the Georgian FC “Hagra” officially announced the signing of a contract with a Serbian coach Zhelko Lyubenovychknown to Ukrainian fans for his performances in “Kryvbas”, “Tavria”, “Olexandria” and “Zora”, as well as coaching work in “Minai” and “Vorskla”. In Tbilisi, where this team plays its home matches, the new team manager was introduced.

The 44-year-old spoke about a new turn in his career Sport.ua.

– Yes, indeed, I will work in Georgia – a country that, like Ukraine, is known for its hospitality and sincerity – he said. – At one time, I worked for two and a half months at FC “Gagra” as a sports director. It was in 2022. I have fond memories of that period. So when there was an option to return to this club as a head coach, I willingly went to Georgia. I am grateful to the management of “Gagra” for the trust, which I will try to justify.

What is the term of the contract?
– For one year.

Have you had time to get to know your new wards yet?
– Yes. I have already spent three training sessions.

Did you study the style of play of “Gagra” on video or saw it live?
– Both. I familiarized myself with the video, and I watched the last game in which “Gagra” met Kutaisi “Torpedo” live.

Are there players in the team whom you know from their performances in Ukrainian football, where there were no secrets for you?
– Yes. This is midfielder Ilya Skrypnyk, a pupil of the “Dynamo” football school (Kyiv).

Do you plan to invite another Ukrainian player to your team in the future?
– There is already one. However, I wouldn’t mind if someone else showed up.

What is the task set before you by the management of the club?
– How can you climb higher in the tournament table. Today, the team is in 6th place.

When can we expect your immediate debut on the coaching bridge of “Gagra”?
– Already today. We will play on the road with “Dila” (Gori).

The Serb’s previous place of work was “Vorskla” from Poltava, which he had to part with in July this year. He spent the period from November 2023 to January 2025 in “Minai”.

Source: sport.ua

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