Zorya lost a player: 26-year-old Volodymyr Bilotserkovets has died.

Midfielder of 'Zorya' dies at the age of 26

The tragic news has reached the football world – former midfielder of Luhansk 'Zorya' Volodymyr Serhiyovych Bilotserkovets passed away at the age of only 26 on August 6, 2025.

This unfortunate news was officially confirmed by the Luhansk club, which expressed condolences to the family and friends of the player on its website.

Who was the 'Zorya' footballer?

Volodymyr Bilotserkovets was born on January 22, 2000, in Kherson region and rose from the 'Metalist' system to play for 'Zorya'. He debuted in the Luhansk club in 2020, and in the first half of the 2025 season he played for 'Ingulec', but returned to 'Zorya' just before the tragedy.

In the 2024/25 season, Bilotserkovets made 10 appearances for 'Zorya', gradually recovering after an ankle injury. His dedication and hard work were evident not only at 'Zorya', but also at 'Ingulec' and 'Metallurg', shining on the field and scoring goals.

Although the cause of death is currently unknown, this loss has shocked the club and the entire football community.

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