The former defender of Kyiv "Dynamo" Mykola Morozyuk recently made a sharp statement about Anatoly Tymoshchuk, whom many consider a traitor to Ukraine. Morozyuk did not hold back his emotions and expressed himself very frankly.

Morozyuk: "I would like to charge Tymoshchuk with my fist"

Mykola Morozyuk, former defender of "Dynamo" Kyiv, does not hide his indignation towards Anatoliy Tymoshchuk, who remained to work as a coach at "Zenit" St. Petersburg after the start of the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia. In a recent interview, Morozyuk expressed his feelings towards Tymoshchuk.

"If you met Tymoshchuk on the street, what would you say or do to him?"

"I would like him not to recognize me on the street and charge him with all my might with my fist when he is not expecting it. For me, this person simply does not exist."

Morozyuk's position on treason

Morozyuk emphasizes that for him Tymoshchuk no longer exists as a person. This is a rather serious statement that reflects deep disappointment and indignation at the actions of a former colleague on the football field. Morozyuk, like many other Ukrainian athletes, cannot understand how you can stay in a country that is waging war against your Motherland.

Tymoshchuk in Zenit: Controversy and consequences

After the start of the war on February 24, 2022, when Russia invaded Ukraine, Anatoly Tymoshchuk not only did not return to the Motherland, but also continued his work at Zenit. This decision caused a wave of indignation among Ukrainian fans and colleagues. Tymoshchuk was stripped of all national awards, and his name was erased from the history of Ukrainian football.

Comparison with other athletes

Unlike Tymoshchuk, many famous Ukrainian sportsmen immediately returned home or publicly expressed their support for Ukraine. For example, the famous boxer Oleksandr Usyk and tennis player Elina Svitolina are actively engaged in charity work, helping the army and supporting the morale of Ukrainians.

Conclusion: What's next?

The situation with Anatoly Tymoshchuk is a vivid example of how personal decisions can affect career and reputation. While Morozyuk and other Ukrainian athletes continue to fight for their country, Tymoshchuk chose a different path, which many believe is unacceptable. Time will tell how events will develop further, but one thing can be said for sure: history will remember those who remained loyal to their Motherland.

Editor: Yana Davidyuk