The annual DERZHCUP 2026 mini-football tournament among representatives of state institutions has concluded in Vinnytsia. The competition brought together 12 teams, which played 20 matches over five days.

For the “Univer-Dynamo” team of Kharkiv National University of Internal Affairs (KhNUIA), the tournament was a debut appearance — and it immediately resulted in a championship title. During the group stage, the team secured two victories and one draw, which guaranteed their place in the semi-finals.

In the semi-final match, the “Univer-Dynamo” KhNUIA players faced the “Vinnytsiaoblenergo” team. The regular time ended in a draw, and the winner was determined in a penalty shootout. The KhNUIA representatives proved stronger, winning 6–5. A crucial moment of the match was a save by cadet Bohdan Sofiiuk, which helped the team advance to the final.

In the decisive match, “Univer-Dynamo” KhNUIA competed against the team of the Main Department of the National Police in Vinnytsia Region. The KhNUIA footballers secured victory with a score of 4–2.

Cadet Oleksandr Makitruk scored three goals in the final and became the tournament’s top scorer. Another goal was scored by team captain Mykyta Karas. Oleh Seredniuk demonstrated a confident performance as the team’s goalkeeper.

The title of DERZHCUP 2026 Best Player was awarded to Denys Hnylytskyi, Head of the Course at Educational and Scientific Institute No. 2.

Congratulations to the “Univer-Dynamo” KhNUIA team on their championship victory! We wish the team continued success and new sporting achievements!