Rubikon
Wikipedia - FC Rubikon Kyiv
Football Club Rubikon Kyiv (Ukrainian: Футбольний клуб «Рубікон») is a Ukrainian football club from the city of Kyiv. In 2018–2020 it was also representing the Kyiv's satellite city of Vyshneve carrying name of Rubikon-Vyshneve Kyiv. The team has been withdrawn from professional competitions at the end of 2022.
History
The team was founded in 2017. "Rubikon" debuted in the Ukrainian Second League in the 2020–21 season.
During 2022–23 season winter break it was announced Rubikon Kyiv and OKKO Kharkiv signed an agreement on cooperation and in the second half were planning to field a joint team. As a joint team they took part in the Makarov Tournament (conducted by the Kyiv Oblast Association of Football) and reached finals where they lost to Shturm Ivankiv. However, in the 2023 PFL Winter Cup competed only OKKO and just before the start of the second half, it was announced that Rubikon withdrew, and its players became free agents.
In March 2023 the club withdrew from competitions due to lack of interest from investors.
Former names
- 2017–2017 Rubikon Kyiv
- 2017–2020 Rubikon-Vyshneve Kyiv
- 2020– Rubikon Kyiv
The team's colors are blue and yellow, representing the national colors of Ukraine. Their logo features a fierce lion, symbolizing strength and determination. Rubikon's home matches are played at the iconic Rubikon Stadium, which has a seating capacity of 30,000 passionate fans.
Rubikon has a talented roster of players from Ukraine and around the world, who are led by a skilled coaching staff. The team has a history of success in domestic competitions and has also made a name for themselves in international tournaments.
Off the field, Rubikon is actively involved in community outreach programs and charitable initiatives, making them a beloved team both on and off the pitch. With their winning mentality and dedication to excellence, Rubikon is a team to watch out for in the world of soccer.