Valeriy Chaly, a Russian football coach and the general director of FC Sevastopol, has made headlines by publicly expressing his support for Russia's attack on Ukraine and stating that Crimea, which is currently occupied, belongs to Russia.

Chaly's endorsement of Russia's aggression and his assertion of Crimea as Russian territory have raised ethical questions about the role of sports professionals in political matters. The controversy surrounding his statements highlights the delicate balance between sports and politics in Russia, and the potential impact it can have on international relations.