The 37-year-old made his country's dreams come true at the final stage of his career before bowing out with utmost grace and class.
Ukraine face North Macedonia in their Euro 2020 second round fixture of Group C at Bucharest on Thursday after losing against Netherlands in the first game.
The UEFA Euro 2020 will see North Macedonia make their international debut in a major tournament and the Balkan nation have the ability to cause a few upsets.