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'No flag, no name, no anthem': FIFA punishes Russia for Ukraine invasion

videosPublished on Feb 28, 2022 6:37 PM IST
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More global isolation for Russia for its invasion of Ukraine. Football's governing body, FIFA, has announced a slew of measures to amid Russian forces' attack on Ukraine. Russia will not play without its flag and anthem in a World Cup playoff in March. Russia will also play at a neutral venue under the name of its federation - the Football Union of Russia, according to FIFA. Meanwhile, Poland termed FIFA's decision of not to expel Russia and reiterated that Polish football team will not play with Russia. England, Sweden, Czech Republic & France also echoed the similar sentiments and refused to play with Russian football team. Watch this video for more.

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