FIFA President Gianni Infantino stated that the organization is ready to play its role if a peace agreement is reached in the war of the Russian Federation against Ukraine, but so far no one has asked him to consider the possibility of admitting the Russian national team to the 2026 World Cup.
— We all hope that the peace negotiations will be successful, because I believe it is important for us to support peace all over the world, not just in football. If football can play any role in establishing peace, then of course we will play our part, and we hope that all countries of the world can play football, — Infantino told The Guardian. — Admission of Russia to the 2026 World Cup? No, I wasn't asked. I think there are more important topics to discuss when discussing the world than football. But we want all countries to play.
