Andriy Bal

Ukrainian footballer and coach

Andriy Bal - Ukrainian footballer and coach
Born

1958
67 years ago

Died

August 9th, 2014
11 years ago — 56 years old

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Ukraine

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Played professional football primarily as a midfielder during the 1980s and 1990s. Featured for teams including FC Karpaty Lviv and FC Dynamo Kyiv. Transitioned into coaching after retirement from professional play, influencing the next generation of players. Served as a coach for the Ukrainian national youth teams. Passed away in 2014.

Played for FC Dynamo Kyiv

Coached Ukrainian national youth teams

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