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Ukraine demands apology from FIFA over Crimea map

Ukraine demands apology from FIFA over Crimea map

The Ukrainian Football Association also sent letters to FIFA Secretary General Matthias Grafström and UEFA Secretary General Theodor Theodoridis regarding this issue.

“We appeal to you to express your deep concerns regarding the infographic map (marking) dated December 13, 2024,” the letter reads.

“Considering a number of official decisions and resolutions adopted by the FIFA Council and the UEFA Executive Committee since 2014… we note that today’s cartographic image of Ukraine… is completely unacceptable and appears to be an inconsistent position on the part of UEFA. Emphasize the point: FIFA and UEFA.”

BBC News has contacted FIFA for comment.

The 2026 World Cup opens in Mexico City on June 11 of that year and ends in New Jersey on July 19.

The expanded 48-team tournament will last a record 39 days.

Ukraine were drawn in Group D alongside Iceland, Azerbaijan and an undetermined winner against Croatia in the French Nations League quarter-finals.

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