Russia invasion of Ukraine has not affected only economy and social life. The football world has been seriously affected by the crisis between the two neighbors.
Over a week ago, Vladimir Putin ordered what he called “special military operation” in Ukraine. He ordered his troops to enter Ukraine. His targets have been mainly military infrastructure in Ukraine.
The Russia invasion of Ukraine in the Eastern Europe has forced FIFA and UEFA to place Russia on suspension. Due to the imbroglio and belligerence of Russia, the two bodies came up with the decision.
There was so much pressure on the FIFA and UEFA. Poland distanced itself from playing against Russian team in any game. More countries have adopted that pattern. Then, FIFA came up with the idea.
It has not stopped at that. Roman Abramovich, the owner of Chelsea, had to put the club up for sales. The London club has been under the Russian for several years.
When the conflict between Russia and Ukraine reached the climax, the Western media ganged up against him. On the long run, he decided to sell Chelsea Football Club.
The club will definitely feel the absence of the Russian billionaire. Under him, Chelsea won laurels including two UEFA Champions League, five English Premier League among others.
The impact of the conflict on football has not ended. At least three professional players have died in the crisis. Vitali Sapylo, 21 and Dmyto Martynenko, 25 are victims.
They picked up guns to join the Ukrainian forces. They wanted to defend their country against the Russian army. In that fight they lost their lives.
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