Former captain of St. Petersburg Zenit Andrei Arshavin believes that the acceptance of Russian youth teams indicates that the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) is in contact with the Russian Football Union (RFU). He shared his opinion with him “Match TV”.
“U-17 will become U-18 in a year and they will not be able to participate without the anthem and flag, which is a dubious story. It is not clear in which elections they will be able to play. “However, this shows that UEFA has not closed its doors and is in contact with our federation,” he said.
On September 26, the UEFA Executive Committee allowed Russian national teams consisting of junior players (under 17) to participate in international tournaments. Men’s and women’s teams are expected to play their matches without flags or anthems, and not on the territory of the Russian Federation.
In the spring of 2022, the International Football Federation (FIFA) and UEFA decided to suspend the participation of the Russian national team, as well as all Russian clubs, in all competitions controlled by these organizations.
Previously in England reportedHe said that his teams will not play with Russian teams.