The goalkeeper of the Ukrainian national team and Benfica, Anatoliy Trubin, posted on Instagram following the Champions League match against Monaco.
“The Ukrainian heart beats in the rhythm of the Eagles. We did it together,” the goalkeeper wrote on social media.
Ukrainian fans were impressed by an incident before the match when Anatoliy refused to shake hands with a representative from the rf in the Monaco squad – midfielder Alexander Golovin.
Under the post, fans expressed their respect for the goalkeeper. Here are some comments:
“Well done for not shaking his hand,” – this comment received 172 likes from other followers.
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“Good deed! Great game, as always – the best,” – this one garnered 22 likes.
“Good act, everyone is proud,” – 188 approving reactions from the audience.
“Tolia, thank you for the match, for your stance, for the national team, for your initiatives, for everything,” – 345 likes.
“Respect from all Ukrainians,” – 65 likes.