A lot of famous people were present at the event. FC Dynamo Kyiv president Ihor Surkis, caretaker manager of the team Serhiy Rebrov, legendary player Volodymyr Muntian and other.
In his welcoming remarks Ihor Surkis emphasized the importance of Valeriy Lobanovskyi for our country: “Today we pay tribute to the great coach and citizen of Ukraine Valeriy Vasyliovych Lobanovskyi. He’ll stay in my heart forever. Sometimes true heroes are being recalled after they leave us. I want to thank Football Federation of Kyiv under the charge of Ihor Kochetov. His love to football has let such tournament take place”.
Serhiy Rebrov stated: “It’s a pleasure to be at the opening ceremony of the competition for kids, especially considering that it’s being held in memory of Valeriy Lobanovskyi”.
Dynamo representative brought not only presents and souvenirs, but also the Ukrainian Cup the White-Blues won the previous day in Poltava. Kids were willing to touch the trophy and to have their pictures taken in front of it.
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