Andriy Shevchenko He called on Italy to “open its heart” to Ukraine, in an emotional interview broadcast Sunday night on one of the Mediterranean country’s most important television programs.
Speaking for ‘Che Tempo Che Fa’, in the public chain RAI, Shevchenko held back tears as she described the situation her family faced near Kiev, the Ukrainian capital. “My mother, my sister and other relatives are still in Ukraine, I talk to them every day. It was their decision to stay.”said.
“I cannot look at what is happening in my country without crying. They tell me the truth of what is happening in Ukraine, bombed cities, murdered children and elderly people… We have to try to convince Russia to cease fire, find a diplomatic solution and stop the war indicated the now coach.
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Ukrainian striker Shevchenko is a hero to fans of the AC Milan, having scored more than 170 goals for the team in the A leaguewinning a League title and the Champions-2003.
The 45-year-old former player took part in the program to promote a fundraising initiative managed by the Italian Red Cross, as part of the humanitarian efforts in Ukraine.
“When I arrived in Italy, the country opened its heart to me. They made me feel like one of you and I felt that this was my second home,” continuous. “Now I ask you: open your hearts to mine, we need your help, make them feel as they made me feel”, concluded.
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