Key facts
- Forty-four European Parliament members are urging FIFA President Gianni Infantino to reverse a decision.
- The decision allows Russian athletes to compete in the U-15 World Cup.
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MEPs blast FIFA’s Infantino over Russian athletes in youth World Cup
IN SHORT
European Parliament members are calling on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to reverse a decision allowing Russian athletes to compete in the U-15 World Cup in Azerbaijan. Forty-four MEPs argue that Russia should not be readmitted to FIFA competitions until it enters peace negotiations with Ukraine and ceases fire. The U-15 World Cup is scheduled to take place in Azerbaijan.
Key Numbers
44European Parliament members
Who's Involved
European Parliament members
urging FIFA President Gianni Infantino to reverse a decision on Russian athletes
FIFA
governing body of international football, facing pressure over Russian athlete participation
Gianni Infantino
President of FIFA, recipient of MEPs' letter
Russian athletes
permitted to compete in the U-15 World Cup
Ukraine
nation involved in ongoing conflict with Russia
Azerbaijan
host country for the U-15 World Cup
