After a number of industries announced in recent days a series of sanctions against Russia and Belarus following the war in Ukraine, tonight (Sunday) also came the steps taken by the World Football Association.
Between the decisions, it will not be possible to play an international competition in the territory of Russia, when "home" games will be played in a neutral area and without spectators, the membership association representing Russia will participate in every competition under the name "Russia Football Association" (RFU) and not "Russia").
🚨 OFFICIAL: FIFA have announced the following sanctions on Russia.
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In addition, Russia's flag or anthem will not be used in games in which teams from Russia's Football Association participate, but for now, Russia is still not removed from games.
The statement said: "FIFA is once again calling for an urgent return of peace and for an immediate constructive dialogue. FIFA continues to be in close contact with the Ukrainian Football Association and members of the Ukrainian football community who have sought support to leave the country as long as the current conflict continues."
"To address matters related to football and coordination with the UEFA, the FIFA Council Chamber - attended by the FIFA President and the six Confederate Presidents - has unanimously decided to take immediate first steps, in accordance with the recommendations of the International Olympic Committee (IOC).
FIFA will continue its ongoing dialogue with the IOC, UEFA and other sports organizations to determine any additional measures or sanctions, including possible exclusion from competitions, which will be implemented in the near future if the situation does not improve rapidly.
The FIFA Council Chamber remains on alert to make any of these decisions. "
"Regarding the upcoming 2022 World Cup qualifiers, FIFA has paid close attention to the positions expressed through social media by the Polish Football Association, the Czech Football Association and the Swedish Football Association and has already conducted a dialogue with all these football associations.
FIFA will remain in close contact in order to seek together suitable and acceptable solutions. "
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