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UEFA is depriving Russia of European football competitions from next season.

On Europe 1, Vincent Chaudel, co-founder of the Sport Business Observatory, believes that these measures, although symbolic, are a sign of a change of mentality in the world of sport.

In addition to economic sanctions, Russia is affected by sports sanctions.

UEFA deprives Russia of all European football competitions from next season.

The country was already banned from participating in the World Cup.

Russian clubs will not play in any European Cup next season, including the Champions League.

This sanction is extended to the Women's Euro in July.

The Russian players are replaced by Portuguese.

Asked by Europe 1, Vincent Chaudel, co-founder of the Sport Business Observatory, believes that these measures are symbolic.

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"It's a change of doctrine"

"I don't believe that Vladimir Putin expects miracles from his football team. We are not on teams capable of winning a World Cup or a European Cup," said Vincent Chaudel.

“On the other hand, it was planned that the Champions League final would be played in Saint Petersburg. Finally, it will be played at the Stade de France. The symbol will be strong since France chairs the European Union until July. "

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