Yuri Semin was sacked 24 September 2012 after losing by Dynamo to principal rivals FC Shakhtar Donetsk in the Ukrainian Cup.

On 25 September 2012, Oleh Blokhin was appointed new manager.

During the season, Dynamo Kyiv competed in the Ukrainian Premier League, Ukrainian Cup and in the UEFA Champions League.

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Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.