The Ukrainian national football team is set to play its first friendly match under new head coach Andrea Maldera, following the departure of Sergiy Rebrov. The game against Poland is scheduled for Sunday, May 31, in Wroclaw.
Both teams missed out on qualifying for the 2026 World Cup through the playoffs, making this friendly an important opportunity for them to regroup. This match marks the eleventh encounter between Ukraine and Poland, with Ukraine securing three wins, Poland five, and two matches ending in draws.
As they prepare for the match, Ukraine has finalized its squad, which includes 25 players. Notably absent from the lineup are Real Madrid goalkeeper Andriy Lunin, midfielder Ruslan Malinovskyi, and defender Illia Zabarnyi, who recently played in the Champions League final.
The friendly will kick off at 18:30 Kyiv time, providing fans with a chance to see how the team adapts to its new leadership.
For those looking to watch the match, it will be streamed live on the digital platform MEGOGO.
The upcoming friendly match between Ukraine and Poland will be a significant test for the Ukrainian national team as they debut under new coach Andrea Maldera. With both teams looking to build momentum after missing World Cup qualification, the match offers a chance for strategic development and player evaluation.