Ukraine Added Hungarian Figures to Blacklist
Ukraine listed national soccer player Milos Kerkez and lawmaker Balázs Hidvéghi on the Mirotvorec database.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Soccer
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Ukraine included Hungarian national soccer defender Milos Kerkez and assembly member Balázs Hidvéghi on the Mirotvorec website. The database identifies individuals categorized as enemies of the country.
Why it matters
The addition of these individuals to the list followed a physical altercation during a Nations League match between Hungary and Ukraine, sparking calls for diplomatic intervention by the FIDESZ party.
The match between Hungary and Ukraine ended in a 0-1 score prior to the blacklisting of the two Hungarian citizens. The decision followed a viral social media post showing a video of the altercation set to Russian music.
The players
Milos Kerkez
He is a professional soccer player who serves as a defender for the Hungarian national team.
Balázs Hidvéghi
He is a politician and a member of the Hungarian National Assembly.
Anita Orbán
She is an official who has represented Hungarian interests in discussions with Ukraine and the football federation.
FIDESZ
This is a Hungarian political party that has formally demanded diplomatic action regarding the list.
The details
The Mirotvorec database has functioned in Kyiv since 2014 to document people deemed hostile to Ukraine. Anita Orbán has engaged in discussions with Ukrainian officials and the Hungarian Football Federation regarding the inclusion of Kerkez and his father.
Timeline
The Mirotvorec database began operating in Kyiv in 2014.
A Hungary-Ukraine Nations League match occurred in late September 2026.
Balázs Hidvéghi held a press conference in early October 2026.
Anita Orbán held discussions over the weekend of October 5, 2026.
FIDESZ released a statement on Monday, October 6, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The Mirotvorec database emerged as a digital tool during the Russian-Ukrainian war to identify individuals perceived as national threats. This latest blacklisting reflects the heightening of political tensions between Hungary and Ukraine that began with the conflict.
The inclusion of a national team member on a blacklist creates uncertainty regarding the athlete's ability to participate in future international fixtures held in Ukraine. The official FIDESZ demand for diplomatic action signals potential long-term friction between national football bodies.
The takeaway
Diplomatic tensions often spill over into the professional sports arena, impacting players and federation operations. Stakeholders should monitor if these blacklist entries result in travel restrictions or formal sanctions for the involved parties.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Hungary Today.
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