Man Utd mourn as Russia’s missile kills Ukrainian fan

Manchester United has paid tribute to a leading member of its Kyiv fan club who has been killed in the Ukraine war.

Aleksander Kukin was one of the founders of the Kyiv Reds supporters’ club 20 years ago.

The Kyiv Reds said Mr Kukin died after his car was shot at by Russian forces. His wife and daughter have had surgery and are in hospital.

Manchester United said it was “deeply saddened” to learn of the news and would seek to support the family.

“We send our heartfelt condolences for their loss and best wishes for their recovery, as they attempt to deal with these awful events,” United posted on its club website.