FIFA president added to Ukraine’s state-linked ‘kill list’ –Gianni Infantino added after criticizing a ban on Russian football players | 3 Feb 2026 | FIFA President Gianni Infantino has been added to the “kill list” maintained by Ukraine’s state-backed Mirotvorets website, which publishes the personal data of individuals it labels as enemies of the state. The website accuses Infantino of “humanitarian aggression against Ukraine” and “systemic support and cooperation” with Russia, as well as helping to spread Russian “propaganda.” It also notes that in 2019, Russian President Vladimir Putin awarded Infantino the Order of Friendship. Ukrainian officials have attacked Infantino for expressing hope in a recent interview that Russian football players could again be allowed to participate in international competitions. He said such bans and boycotts create “more frustration and hatred.”