The Football Association has confirmed that England will not play Russia at any level “for the foreseeable future.”
As a result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, many sports have decided to limit Russia’s involvement.
Football is front and center in many people’s minds, and the FA has followed the lead of countries such as Poland, Sweden, and the Czech Republic in refusing to participate in a World Cup play-off against Russia.
The FA said in a statement that “out of solidarity with Ukraine and to wholeheartedly condemn the atrocities being committed by the Russian leadership, the FA can confirm that we will not play against Russia in any international fixtures for the foreseeable future.”
- Putin sends Russian troops into Ukraine.
- Facebook removes fake accounts that spread Russian disinformation in Ukraine.
“This includes any potential match at any level of senior, age group or para football.”
FIFA is under pressure to act, with many calling for Russia to be banned from international competition.
However, the governing body has stopped short of a ban.
“No international competition shall be played on the territory of Russia, with “home” matches being played on neutral territory and without spectators,” Fifa said.
“The member association representing Russia shall participate in any competition under the name “Football Union of Russia (RFU)” and not “Russia”
“No flag or anthem of Russia will be used in matches where teams from the Football Union of Russia participate.
“FIFA will continue its ongoing dialogue with the IOC, UEFA and other sport organisations to determine any additional measures or sanctions, including a potential exclusion from competitions.”
