Matvii Bydnyi

Matvii Bydnyi is the Ukrainian Minister of Sports, known for his strong stance against the inclusion of Russian athletes in international competitions amidst the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia. He recently condemned FIFA President Gianni Infantino's remarks regarding the re-entry of Russian teams into global sports, calling them 'irresponsible' and emphasizing that Russian symbols have no place in sports while the conflict continues, highlighting the tragic loss of young lives in Ukraine due to the war.