FIFA were branded “totally acceptable” after being accused of not being tough enough on Russia.
World football’s governing body issued a statement insisting Russia would have to play all games on neutral venues, they would not be allowed to play their national anthem or show flags and would have to play as the Football Union of Russia.
However, that was not enough for Poland or the English FA who insisted they would refuse to play Russia at any age group, level and said they took the decision “out of solidarity with Ukraine and to wholeheartedly condemn the atrocities being committed by the Russian leadership.”
