Alexander Dyukov, President of the Russian Football Union (RFU), talked about the possibility of holding international matches in Russia. Transmits words “Championship”.
“We will try to play more matches in Russia. Now the situation is not easy at all geopolitically. We played our first home game after the break. I think this will give a signal and show other teams that you can play in Russia – there is no risk in coming here and playing a match, “he said. dyukov.
Recall that in the spring of 2022 the International Football Federation (FIFA) and the Association of European Football Associations (UEFA) decided to exclude the Russian national team and all Russian clubs from participation in all competitions controlled by these organizations.
During the suspension, the Russian team played five friendly matches with Asian teams.
On March 23, the Russian team drew with Iran with a score of 1: 1. Both goals came from penalties. The Russians threw Anton Miranchuk.
On March 26, St. Petersburg beat the Iraqi team with a score of 2:0. In the second half, the goals were scored by Anton Miranchuk and Sergey Pinyaev.
formerly Dukov discretion Participation in the Russia – Iraq match.