Oleksandr Zinchenko Leaves Passion UA

Ukrainian footballer Oleksandr Zinchenko has officially ended his involvement with Passion UA, the esports organization he founded in 2023.

The announcement was made through the club’s official Telegram channel, where Passion UA stated that Zinchenko had decided to step away from the organization. The club noted that he had supported the project for three years, helping develop its brand, create new opportunities, and contributing to its growth from the very beginning.

Passion UA also expressed gratitude for Zinchenko’s trust, support, and role in the organization’s development, thanking him for the journey they shared together.

Founded by Zinchenko in 2023, Passion UA quickly became one of the most recognizable organizations in the Ukrainian Counter-Strike scene. During his time with the club, the team qualified for two Major tournaments.

Passion UA first reached the Perfect World Shanghai Major 2024, where the roster finished in 17th–19th place. The organization later secured another Major appearance at the StarLadder Budapest Major 2025, achieving a 9th–11th place finish.

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In addition to his role as founder, Zinchenko also represented Passion UA in competition. In 2024, he played as a stand-in for the team during YaLLa Compass Spring Contenders, attracting significant attention from the Counter-Strike community.

Neither Zinchenko nor Passion UA have provided further details regarding the reasons behind the decision. The organization has yet to announce whether any structural changes will follow his departure.