FAI rule out all games against Russia

The Russian invasion of Ukraine has prompted a number of European associations to say they would refuse to play against them, including the Polish, Swedish and Czech federations, who are part of a four-team World Cup play-off draw with Russia.
FAI rule out all games against Russia

The FAI has confirmed that 'no Irish team will play against Russia at any level until further notice'.

The announcement follows similar stances by their Scottish, English and Welsh counterparts over the past 48 hours.

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