The lineup of the Ukrainian national handball team for the decisive matches of the Euro-2026 qualifiers has been announced.

The Ukrainian national handball team has announced its lineup for the decisive matches of the Euro-2026 qualifying tournament.

The Ukrainian national handball team has revealed its roster for the crucial qualifying matches for the Euro-2026 Championship. The team, currently in second place in its group with four points after two wins and two losses, still has two matches to play on May 8 and 11 to secure qualification for Euro-2026. The coaches have selected 16 players for these critical games.

Ukrainian national team roster for the decisive Euro-2026 qualifying matches

• Goalkeepers: Hennadiy Komok, Oleksiy Novikov
• Left wingers: Dmytro Artemenko, Yaroslav Kotiuk
• Left backs: Taras Minotsky, Ihor Turchenko
• Playmakers: Zakhar Denysov, Danylo Savchuk, Oleksandr Tylte
• Right wingers: Heorhiy Blahodir, Dmytro Redkin
• Right backs: Illia Blyzniuk, Maksym Pavlovskyi
• Line players: Ivan Burzak, Oleksandr Onufriienko, Maksym Strelnikov

Currently, Ukraine is in a challenging situation, but a victory in one of the upcoming matches will guarantee them a spot in the final stage. Despite issues with obtaining visas, Ukrainian athletes have achieved significant success in various sports, particularly in fencing, where they became world champions. Ukraine currently ranks fifth in the medal count.