Members of a youth football team from war-torn Ukraine have been welcomed by Leeds United as part of week of sporting and cultural activities in the city.
Leeds and Kharkiv became official partner cities shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, with the aim of creating what was described as a "lasting international bond" between them.
Under 15s players from FC Metalist Kharkiv kicked off their visit with a training session led by Leeds United coach and former Premier League star Brian Deane.
Deane said: "I like to think that sport overcomes everything and it's been an absolute pleasure to be involved."
Despite more than 30 hours travelling from their home city, and the challege of a language barrier, the players were quick to respond to the coaching session by the Premier League side.
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Leeds and Kharkiv became official partner cities shortly after the Russian invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, with the aim of creating what was described as a "lasting international bond" between them.
Under 15s players from FC Metalist Kharkiv kicked off their visit with a training session led by Leeds United coach and former Premier League star Brian Deane.
Deane said: "I like to think that sport overcomes everything and it's been an absolute pleasure to be involved."
Despite more than 30 hours travelling from their home city, and the challege of a language barrier, the players were quick to respond to the coaching session by the Premier League side.
#league #deane #players
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