The Ukrainian Association of Football (UAF) has officially announced the venue for the upcoming UEFA Nations League 2026/2027 home matches. As reported by the official UAF website, the team will host its opponents at the Anton Malatinský Stadium in Trnava, Slovakia. Due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, the national team has been forced to play its home fixtures in safer European locations to ensure the safety of players and spectators alike.
The Anton Malatinský Stadium, with a capacity of over 19,000, is one of the most prominent venues in Slovakia. It will serve as the backdrop for Ukraine’s third and fourth-round encounters. The team is scheduled to face Northern Ireland on October 2 and Hungary on October 5. Both matches are set to kick off at 21:45 Kyiv time, providing a crucial opportunity for the Ukrainian squad to secure valuable points in the tournament standings.
The road to success in the Nations League involves a challenging schedule. Before playing in Trnava, Ukraine will face two away matches in late September against Hungary and Georgia. The campaign concludes in November with a match against Northern Ireland and a final trip to Georgia on November 17. The Ukrainian team continues to represent the country’s resilience on the global stage, proving that despite the immense pressure from the ongoing war, the spirit of Ukrainian athletes remains unbroken.
For fans, the matches in Slovakia offer a chance to support their team in a stadium that meets all international standards. The UAF has expressed its gratitude to the Slovakian partners for hosting the fixtures and providing a venue where the Ukrainian anthem can resonate loudly. These matches are more than just sports events; they are a symbol of international solidarity and the ongoing effort to maintain Ukraine’s visibility and competitiveness in world football during these historical times.