FIFA bans use of Russian flag and anthem in FIFA matches over situation in Ukraine
FIFA has adopted a decision to ban the use of the flag and anthem of Russia during all FIFA matches due to the events in Ukraine, the FIFA press service said.
"No flag or anthem of Russia will be used in matches where teams from the Football Union of Russia participate," it said.
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