Russia ‘s invasion of Ukraine is now having consequences still lingering for the country. According to reports, Russia ‘s bid to play in next week’s World Cup Qualifying matches has been formally rejected.
FIFA said the Court of Arbitration for Sport noted that the rejection was in part a rejection of Russia ‘s attempt to have a previous full ban lifted so that the country could play. Since the start of the invasion, Russia quickly got blacklisted and barred from most upcoming sporting matches.