Ukraine's National Team Keeps Rebrov as Head Coach Despite Sweden Defeat.

Head Coach of Ukraine's National Team Speaks Out

According to Novyny.live: Serhiy Rebrov, the head coach of Ukraine's national football team, has addressed the squad's loss to Sweden in the semifinal playoff for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The match, which took place during the summer, saw Ukraine fall short, ending their bid to qualify for the Mundial-2026.

“Unfortunately, we lost — we made far too many mistakes, and that led to this outcome.”

Serhiy Rebrov

He also emphasized that all players were highly motivated to perform and win, but as the results show, football can sometimes deliver unpredictable outcomes.

“We lost, though I’m grateful to the team — everyone gave their maximum effort. We’ve missed our chance to reach the World Cup.”

Serhiy Rebrov

How the Defeat Affects the Team

Despite the loss, Serhiy Rebrov will remain in his role as head coach of Ukraine's national team, with no plans to resign. This decision signals his commitment to continue working with the squad and to explore new strategies for future success.

This defeat is a heavy blow for Ukraine, a team that aimed to return to the global stage following strong past performances. The missed opportunity to compete in the 2026 World Cup may impact the morale of both the players and their supporters. Rebrov’s continued leadership suggests a long-term vision for team development, which may require time to rebuild and improve results in upcoming qualification campaigns.