Ukraine players show their nation’s culture is alive and kicking The World Cup playoff semi-final in Scotland is a reminder that the war-torn country’s identity and football heritage are intact The Guardian - UK · Jun 1, 2022
‘Take us to the World Cup’: Ukraine and Scotland ready for play-off that is now more than just a game An emotional occasion as Ukraine return to action but once the match gets underway there’s no room to be sentimental The Independent UK · Jun 1, 2022
Steve Clarke insists Andy Robertson 'did the right thing' by having a beer as Scotland boss comes to skipper's defence The Scotland skipper has had an eventful week but the Scotland boss says his players are ready for the crucial World Cup clash. Daily Record · Jun 1, 2022
Ukraine have more important battles but World Cup fight is one Scotland can't allow them to win Our man David McCarthy has huge sympathy for our war-torn Hampden opponents but knows sentiment must be put to one side for 90 minutes Daily Record · Jun 1, 2022
Steve Clarke confident Tartan Army can back Ukraine and roar Scotland to victory on emotional night at Hampden STEVE Clarke has backed the Tartan Army to show their solidarity with the people of war-torn Ukraine before kick-off in the Qatar 2022 play-off… The National (Scotland) · May 31, 2022
‘We Want to Go to the World Cup to Give These Emotions to Ukrainians’ Ukraine returns to action Wednesday for the first time since Russia’s invasion, two wins away from what would be an inspirational World Cup berth. Sports Illustrated · May 31, 2022
Oleksandr Zinchenko praises Tartan Army for Ukrainian anthem gesture and urges nations to unite and beat 'evil' UKRAINE midfielder Oleksandr Zinchenko tonight lauded the Scotland supporters who have pledged to sing his country’s national anthem at the Qatar… The National (Scotland) · May 31, 2022
Key talking points ahead of Scotland vs Ukraine World Cup play-off semi-final The eyes of the world will be on Hampden as Ukraine play their first competitive match since their territory was invaded by Russia three months ago. The Independent UK · May 31, 2022
Scotland have unenviable honour of a World Cup playoff with Ukraine In today’s Fiver: An emotional occasion at Hampden Park, Uefa suits’ obliviousness, and more Beautiful South The Guardian - UK · May 31, 2022
Ukraine: Focus on Scotland’s opponents in World Cup play-off semi-final The winners of Wednesday’s match will take on Wales on Sunday The Independent UK · May 31, 2022
Craig Brown in Scotland hope and expectation claim as he compares Steve Clake's squad to France 1998 heroes The last manager to take Scotland to a World Cup 24 years ago reckons it could soon be party time again for the Tartan Army. Daily Record · May 31, 2022
Ukraine icon hits back at fitness fears ahead of Scotland clash as Ruslan Malinovsky reveals special prep work They have spent the past month at a training base in Slovenia but some fear the lack of competitive game time will cost them. Daily Record · May 28, 2022
Ukraine return to action with friendly win over Borussia Monchengladbach Goals by Mykhaylo Mudryk and Oleksandr Pikhalyonok earned a 2-1 win at Borussia Park. The Independent UK · May 11, 2022
‘If we get to Qatar, I’ve lived my life for a reason’: inside Ukraine’s training camp Away from the horrors at home, Ukraine’s national team dream of qualifying for Doha so they can provide some joy The Guardian - UK · May 7, 2022
Daily Record · Apr 10, 2022 Ukraine in Scotland World Cup preparation rethink over fears Russia will BOMB their training sessions Manager Oleksandr Petrakov hoped to prepare in his homeland for Hampden showdown but fears it's too dangerous.
Wales Online · Apr 5, 2022 Wales' World Cup pathway explained: How good are England, Iran and USA and who would we play in the knockout stages We assess Wales' World Cup prospects after the draw for Qatar 2022 was made
Daily Record · Apr 1, 2022 Manchester United and Arsenal could help Ukraine in their bid to beat Scotland to World Cup place Ukraine boss Oleksandr Petrakov insists his side have no chance against Scotland unless they play some games beforehand.
Daily Record · Apr 1, 2022 Ukraine boss insists Scotland and Wales should not donate a World Cup place as he reveals latest on playoff situation Oleksandr Petrakov has responded to suggestions the other two teams in their route to Qatar should stand aside.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 1, 2022 ‘We could play at Wembley’: Ukraine manager on war, the World Cup and his hatred of Russia Having refused to flee Kyiv, Oleksandr Petrakov wants to use the power of football to support the war effort
Daily Record · Mar 26, 2022 Ukraine boss in powerful message ahead of Scotland game as he vows fixture can't go ahead while people are dying Oleksandr Petrakov has cast more doubt over the highly-anticipated World Cup play-off tie.