President of the PFL Oleksandr Kadenko exclusively for UF commented on the ban on sports events in Kyiv from September 10.
Information has emerged that from September 10, sports events in open areas and facilities without shelters will be banned in Kyiv. On September 12, the capital's Lokomotiv is scheduled to host Poltava in the seventh round match of the First League.
Journalist of the "Ukrainian Football" website Roman Prydiba promptly contacted the president of the PFL Oleksandr Kadenko for a comment. He revealed whether the league received an official document, how it will react to possible restrictions, and if there are any changes regarding the upcoming match in Kyiv.
— Oleksandr Valentynovych, information has surfaced about the ban on sports events in Kyiv from September 10. Has the PFL received an official document, and does this decision apply to matches of the First and Second Leagues?
— We haven't received anything official yet. Where are they writing about this? On websites?
— Yes, Vitali Klitschko has already made an official statement.
— Alright. When we have the document, then we will consider this issue.
— Is there a possibility to hold professional matches in Kyiv without spectators or by separate agreement? Who is the PFL currently discussing this with?
— Look, we don't have any official documents yet. As soon as they appear, we will read them, see what's written there, and then make a decision. What can I tell you right now?
— Lokomotiv is scheduled to host Poltava on September 12. Will this match take place as scheduled and where?
— There are no changes for now, and we'll see what happens next. Everything is changing very quickly right now.