Finnish Hockey Federation President Harri Nummela, in an interview with the publication Ilta-Sanomat He stated that the Russian team could be allowed to participate in the World Cup only after the end of hostilities on Ukrainian territory.
According to him, the attitude of the international hockey community to the potential return of the Russian team remains consistent.
“The line in international hockey is clear and remains so. “In order for Russia and Belarus to return, the special operation (expressions have been changed in accordance with the legislation of the Russian Federation) must be completed,” he said.
At the end of February 2022, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) appealed to international sports federations, recommending that domestic and Belarusian athletes not be allowed to participate in any competitions. The International Hockey Federation (IIHF) has suspended the participation of the Russian Hockey Federation (RHF) in the 2022 World Championship and this decision remains in effect.
Previously CSKA goalkeeper Ivan Fedotov statedHe said he is no longer considering going to the NHL.
Source: Gazeta
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