POLAND-UKRAINE: A DRAW!

In an exceptionally thrilling futsal match, the national teams of Poland and Ukraine ended their contest with a 3–3 draw. Players from Jan Dlugosz University in Czestochowa and students of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University in Lutsk took to the court, delivering a spectacle full of sporting passion and determination.

The match was organised on the initiative of the Head of the Institute of Physical Culture Sciences, prof. Jacek Wąsik, whose commitment made this international event possible and highlighted the importance of academic cooperation through sport.

From the very first minutes, both teams displayed tremendous ambition. The match abounded in fast-paced actions, courageous saves by the goalkeepers, and dynamic shifts in the score. There were several moments when one team had to fight back to level the game, which only intensified the excitement in the stands. The spectators reacted enthusiastically to every play, rewarding the athletes with loud applause and spirited cheering.

The course of the match was full of twists: the Polish and Ukrainian teams alternated in taking the lead, only to lose it moments later. Ultimately, neither side managed to tilt the balance in its favour, and the 3–3 draw perfectly reflected the evenly matched level of competition.

The atmosphere of the event was further elevated by the presence of distinguished guests. Among those in attendance were the Acting Rector of JDU, prof. Bogusław Przywora, and the Rector of Lesya Ukrainka Volyn National University, prof. Anatolii Tsos, who passionately supported their teams and appreciated the players’ sportsmanship.

The meeting ended in a spirit of mutual respect and cooperation, confirming that sport is an excellent platform for building relationships across borders.