Uefa boss attempts to distance himself from politics as football body considers the future for the clubs of Crimea. EurasiaNet.org reportFootball has become the latest sticking point in the annexation of Crimea, as Russia pressures Uefa to recognise it as an entity separate from Ukraine. Russian troops invaded Crimea year ago in response to the Euromaidan protests in Kiev. The pro-Russian Crimean authorities signed an annexation pact with Russia on 18 March 2014. Related: Russia celebrates anniversary of Crimea takeover – and eyes second annexation Crimean clubs are not currently an active part of Ukrainian football Related: Crimea’s football fans …read more
Source: The Guardian
