The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has banned the Russian team from participating in the League of Nations, and Russian football clubs from participating in European competitions for the upcoming season. In addition, UEFA decided to remove the Russian youth team from participation in the European Championship under 21. The women's national team will also not play in the finals of Euro 2022 and qualifying for the 2023 World Cup.
The Russian national football team was suspended from participation in the League of Nations
The Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) has banned the Russian team from participating in the League of Nations, and Russian football clubs from participating in European competitions for the upcoming season.
In addition, UEFA decided to remove the Russian youth team from participation in the European Championship under 21. The women's national team will also not play in the finals of Euro 2022 and qualifying for the 2023 World Cup. UEFA announced its decision on its official website.
As Moika78 previously reported, the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) rejected the Russian Football Union (RFU) bid to host the 2028 or 2032 European Championship. As follows from a message published on the UEFA website, in its decision, the association referred to article 16.02 of the Regulations for Applying for Finals and Final Stages of UEFA Tournaments.