In a recent discussion regarding the 2026 World Cup, President Donald Trump indicated that allowing Russia to compete could serve as an incentive for the country to cease hostilities in Ukraine. Both FIFA and UEFA have banned Russian teams from international competitions following the invasion. Despite Trump's lack of initial awareness of the ban, he emphasized the need for conflict resolution. FIFA President Gianni Infantino hoped for peace to enable Russia's reinstatement in football, while UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin affirmed the same sentiment about Russia's readmission post-war.
Trump suggested the opportunity to compete in the 2026 World Cup could motivate Russia to end the ongoing war in Ukraine and be reinstated.
Infantino acknowledged the ban on Russia but expressed hope for peace so that Russia can participate in future competitions, suggesting a possible pathway for their reinstatement.
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