Ukrainian soldiers and teachers find solace in soccer and education amidst war

Ukrainian soldiers, amidst the constant strain of battle against Russian invaders, find solace in playing soccer on a field just a few miles from the front lines. Despite being hit by Russian fire on the same day, the soldiers of the Kupiansk Battalion use the game as a respite from the horrors of war, allowing them to momentarily forget about the conflict and remember "civil life." The soccer matches also serve as a way to stay in shape and maintain camaraderie, providing a glimpse of normalcy amidst the grueling counteroffensive.