Overview
- The Ukrainian federation confirmed Maldera’s appointment on a two-year contract with an option to extend.
- He is the first foreign coach to lead Ukraine’s men’s national team.
- Maldera replaces Serhiy Rebrov, who was dismissed after Ukraine failed to qualify for the World Cup.
- The Milan-born coach said he will base himself in Lviv with his wife, describing the move as a personal decision and a responsibility.
- Federation president Andriy Shevchenko praised the hire as courageous and said Maldera knows the player pool well from past work with the national setup.