Lithuania created a fund to aid the Armed Forces of Ukraine: founder of Zalgiris speaks about the initiative.

The director of the Lithuanian football club 'Zalgiris' (Vilnius) and the founder of the charity fund 'Things for the Front', Lithuanian Mindaugas Kasperunas spoke about his assistance to Ukraine. This was reported by 'Glavkom' referencing the Base of Ukrainian Sports.

According to inkorr.com: Mindaugas Kasperunas noted that initially he provided assistance to both civilians and military personnel. However, over time he decided to focus on supporting the military, believing that this was the most effective way to help. Since then, his activities have focused exclusively on servicemen.

World Cup Qualifiers. Group D

Iceland - Ukraine 3:5 (1:3)

Goals: Ellertsson, 35, Gudmundsson, 59, 75 - Malynovskyi, 14, 45+5, Hutsuliak, 45, Kalyuzhny, 85, Ocheretko, 89

In the second round of the qualification for the 2026 World Cup, the Ukrainian national football team drew against Azerbaijan - 1:1.

World Cup Qualifiers. Group D

Azerbaijan - Ukraine 1:1 (0:0).

Goals: Mahmudov (72, penalty) - Sudakov (51).

Previously, the Ukrainian national team lost to France with a score of 0:2 in the qualifying match for the 2026 World Cup, which took place at the stadium in Wroclaw, Poland.

During the match between the national teams of Ukraine and France, Ukrainian fans supported the team by unfurling a banner reading 'Fortress of Europe'.

Overall, in the qualification for the 2026 World Cup, the Ukrainian national team continues to show memorable matches against strong opponents. The team demonstrates growth, confidently plays on the field, and receives support from fans. This indicates positive shifts in its performances on the international stage.