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Ukraine, PSG: Zabarnyi sends a strong message to Marine Le Pen

After PSG’s victory against Strasbourg (3-1) this Saturday, Illya Zabarnyi took a position on the question of French support for…

By Manu Tournoux · French Football Weekly

Published: Friday, 23 October 2026 at 8:29 AM

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Illya Zabarnyi urged France's future leadership to maintain its ongoing support and aid for Ukraine.
Zabarnyi's comments followed Marine Le Pen's remarks proposing to end financial aid to Kyiv after six months.
The Ukrainian defender voiced appreciation for the assistance provided so far by French President Emmanuel Macron.

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Following Paris Saint-Germain's 3-1 victory against Strasbourg, Ukrainian defender Illya Zabarnyi addressed political discussions regarding French support for Ukraine. Speaking in the mixed zone, Zabarnyi responded to Marine Le Pen's remarks about potentially limiting financial aid to Kyiv, expressing his strong desire for France to sustain its ongoing commitment to his country.

Zabarnyi, who scored a goal during the match, praised current French President Emmanuel Macron for aiding Ukraine amid the conflict that began in February 2022. He highlighted the critical nature of this international support and voiced his pride in both Ukraine and Europe.

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Ukraine, PSG: Zabarnyi sends a strong message to Marine Le Pen

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