Public Conflict Surrounding Kyiv Dynamo: Ultras and New Signings in the Eye of Social Protests
While the football community watches developments around Kyiv Dynamo with concern, tensions within the club continue to escalate.
Unexpectedly for many, the ultras of the team staged an aggressive protest act by throwing a bench filled with foam at the substitutes during the fifth round match of the Ukrainian Premier League against Obolon (the score was 2:2).
This incident was recorded on a video posted by the Telegram channel ‘Football Sector’.
Following the event, confrontations and tensions arose between fans and club management.A key focus has become the club’s new signing — Romanian forward Vladislav Blinutes.
However, his social media activities, which included reposts of videos featuring Russian propagandist Vladimir Solovyov and other Russian content, raised concerns about his political stance.
Later, the player issued an official statement in Ukrainian, expressing pride in playing for Ukraine and wishing victory for the Ukrainian people in the ongoing war.
His words elicited mixed reactions among fans.Additionally, during the recent match, supporters hung a banner reading ‘Blinutes — devil,’ highlighting the controversial nature of the newcomer’s persona and its impact on club dynamics.
This situation raises questions about the club’s responsibility in shaping the image and political alignment of its players.Analysts note that this conflict reflects deeper issues within Ukrainian football, including its connections to politics and societal moods.
Despite efforts by club officials to restore stability, the protests and tensions among supporters remain high, necessitating greater transparency and accountability from the club to its fans and society at large.