"Sheriff" coach enlisted in the Ukrainian army © JumpStory

Sensational results showed by Tiraspol's "Sheriff" in the Champions League, coach Yuri Vernydub has left his position. The 56-year-old specialist decided to return to his homeland, which was invaded by the Russian army. The Ukrainian joined the country's defense forces and became another famous representative of the sports world who decided to stand up against the occupiers. Just remind that in just under five months, "Sheriff" caused a sensation in the Champions League by defeating Real Madrid 2-1 away.

Sheriff Tiraspol manager Yuriy Vernydub is primed and ready!He defeated Real Madrid in the autumn Now he's joined the territorial defence effort too 🇺🇦🇺🇦🇺🇦 pic.twitter.com/8OsY7kOHST - Zorya Londonsk (@ZoryaLondonsk) February 28, 2022