# LNZ Cherkasy: a wartime success story with few parallels

The Ukrainian football club LNZ Cherkasy has defied the odds to become a remarkable success during the war. With limited resources and amid constant danger, the team has achieved sustained performance and growth, offering a rare example of resilience. This story highlights how sport can thrive even in the most difficult circumstances.

**Importance:** 3/5

## Sources

### Sports
- [The Guardian Sport](https://www.theguardian.com/football/2026/jul/23/lnz-cherkasy-have-become-a-force-in-ukrainian-football) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:00:39 GMT