OROleksandr Zinchenko was a key figure in Manchestertitle defense, but he was worried about another issue: the conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
It has now become clear why the winger did not go to the front, as some other Ukrainian athletes did.
According to reports from The Sun, the 25-year-old really wanted to go support his country after months of armed fighting, but the Premier League club and his relatives talked him into staying in England.
in City the player appeared subdued on the bench and in press interviews during the first months of the invasion. The reason was his concern for the welfare of his family, as his grandfather and aunt did not want to flee the country.
Although not at the forefront Zinchenko fought for the Ukrainian people. The player did his part of the job, loading up the vehicles that delivered vital materials for Ukraine.
He reportedly donated to the national bank and partnered with fellow footballers to deliver essentials to those on the front lines.
At a sporting level, the player showed his love for his country through a series of gestures. The latest was the Ukrainian flag, draped over the Premier League trophy, and also pleased its fellow countrymen with a victory over Scotland and take them one step closer to qualifying for the World Cup in Qatar in 2022.
In the final qualifying match of the World Cup will play Wales June 5 at Cardiff City Stadium. The winner will compete in Group B against England, United States as well as Iran.