Volodymyr Pryiomov – Chornomorets Odesa (20/02/2014)

Here is a rare collector's item, from a historic European campaign for Ukrainian football. This match-issued (prepared for the match) jersey was assigned to forward Volodymyr Pryiomov for Chornomorets Odessa during their match against Olympique Lyonnais.

Match Context: Strong Ukrainian Resistance Against Lyon

For this Europa League Round of 32 first leg (2013-2014 season), Odessa hosted OL in an electric atmosphere at the Chornomorets Stadium. Facing a revamped but ambitious Lyon team, the Ukrainians delivered a remarkable performance of tactical solidarity and regularly troubled the French defense. Despite several opportunities on both sides and high intensity in challenges, neither team managed to break the deadlock. This first leg ended in a goalless draw (0-0), a frustrating but encouraging result for Odessa before the difficult return leg at the Stade de Gerland.

Volodymyr Pryiomov: A Locker Room Jersey for this European Clash

Having joined the club to strengthen the attacking sector, Volodymyr Pryiomov actively participated in the qualifiers and the group stage, but he did not play in this match, having only been called up for matches in the 2013 calendar year. His jersey was nevertheless prepared by the Ukrainian club's kit manager for this major fixture. This official black and blue jersey features all the specific Europa League markings, including the official patch on the sleeve and the full player flocking in Western lettering. Featuring all the professional characteristics of player stock, it is a rare collector's item of Ukrainian football.