“The Russian Football Union sent a protest to FIFA in connection with the violation by the Ukrainian Football Association of the rules of the organization, namely, the demonstration on the form of the national team of the image of Crimea as part of Ukraine,” the press service of the RFU reports.
It is also noted that another protest was sent on the facts of statements by representatives of the Ukrainian Federation, inciting hatred against Russian citizens.
Recall that the UAF has released a kit for friendly matches, in which Crimea is depicted as part of Ukraine.
For the right to enter the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, the Ukrainian team will meet with the Wales team.
The game will take place on June 5th.
The start is at 19:00 Moscow time.
Earlier, Minister of Sports Oleg Matytsin spoke about the possible inclusion of the Crimean Football Federation in the RFU.