Alexander Mostovoy, former football player of the Russian national team and Spanish Celta, shared his views on the special military operation. His words are quoted sports.
“Has the atmosphere in Russia changed since the beginning of SVO? This was quite noticeable from the very beginning. In Moscow – a little less so, because it is a huge city in its own universe. But when you leave the city you see that people are not as happy as they used to be.
Most people are tired of it. “People want to live calmly and without problems,” Mostovoy said.
In the spring of 2022, the International Federation of Football Associations (FIFA) and the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) decided to suspend the participation of the Russian national team, as well as all Russian clubs, in all competitions controlled by these organizations. The situation in Ukraine.
The Ukrainian national team continues to play in international matches.
The Russians missed the 2022 World Cup play-offs and will also miss the upcoming European Championships.
Previously Russian national football team presented new form