FC Shakhtar to Chile pitmen

31-08-10 15:58:36

The tragic news about the accident happened down a Chile mine has found an echo in every man's heart. The terrible accident, where many pitmen were mutilated, could not leave us indifferent, as every single family in our mining region experienced all the burden and danger of underground workings firsthand. We were glad to know that the pitmen cut off from the world are still alive and there is a hope of their salvation. Along with the entire world we are closely following the rescue operations, living in hope that all enormous efforts will clinch a moment to see them all safe and sound again, embracing their families and relatives.

Bearing a proud name Shakhtar (the Pitmen), Donetsk football club not only honour miners’ hard labour, but is always ready to support pitmen who got into trouble. The only thing you should know is that we, along with your relatives, keep on hoping and honestly believe in very soon rescue. Do not lose heart, as a friend’s shoulder, hope and faith can work wonders. Mind, FC Shakhtar and the whole Ukraine share your grief.

FC Shakhtar Donetsk (Ukraine)