PARIS: FIFA president Gianni Infantino mentioned he was “involved” by “the tragic and worrying” state of affairs, after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Thursday.
“I used to be shocked by what I noticed. I’m fearful and anxious by this example. FIFA condemns the usage of power,” mentioned Infantino at a press convention.
Russia is because of host a 2022 World Cup play-off with Poland on March 24 and if victorious one other on March 29 in opposition to the winners of the Czech Republic and Sweden — though these federations have demanded the matches be moved.
“I used to be shocked by what I noticed. I’m fearful and anxious by this example. FIFA condemns the usage of power,” mentioned Infantino at a press convention.
Russia is because of host a 2022 World Cup play-off with Poland on March 24 and if victorious one other on March 29 in opposition to the winners of the Czech Republic and Sweden — though these federations have demanded the matches be moved.
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