07.08.2026 17:40
In the missile attacks carried out by Russia on Ukraine's Odesa city, the Chornomorets Stadium was also heavily damaged. Due to the missile hitting the stadium before the upcoming match, significant destruction occurred on the roof and stands, while the fact that no one was in the stadium at the moment of the incident prevented a potential disaster.
The Chornomorets Stadium was also targeted in Russia's missile attack on Odesa. The attack occurred before the match, causing damage to the stadium, while at least 9 people were killed and 89 injured in attacks across Ukraine.
IT HAPPENING RIGHT BEFORE THE MATCH PREVENTED A CATASTROPHE
As Russia continues its missile and drone attacks on the Ukrainian Black Sea city of Odesa, the city's iconic Chornomorets Stadium was also affected by the attack. The attack, carried out before the match, caused damage to the stadium's stands, roof, and surrounding areas. The attack happening before the match prevented a catastrophe.
SERIOUS DAMAGE OCCURRED AT THE STADIUM
Images shared by local authorities showed serious damage in various parts of the stadium, and security measures were increased in the area following the attack. According to initial assessments, it was reported that there were injuries around the stadium.
PAINFUL TOLL ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Ukrainian officials stated that the attack that hit the Chornomorets Stadium was part of Russia's large-scale attacks across the country. In the missile and drone attacks carried out on the same day, at least 9 people lost their lives and 89 people were injured. Officials announced that the loss of life was not limited to Odesa, and that there were dead and injured due to the attacks in different regions of the country.
ATTACKS CONTINUE
In the war between Russia and Ukraine, which has been ongoing for about four and a half years, civilian residential areas and infrastructure facilities are occasionally targeted. The damage to sports facilities in the latest attack once again highlighted the impact of the war on civilian life. It was reported that damage assessment efforts continue in Ukraine, and search and rescue teams continue their work in the regions affected by the attacks.