England refuse to play Russia "out of solidarity with Ukraine and to wholeheartedly condemn the atrocities being committed by the Russian leadership"; FIFA has ordered Russia to play under the name 'Football Union of Russia' and banned them from using their flag and anthemEngland will not play against Russia for 'foreseeable future' due to invasion of Ukraine, FA confirmsEngland, Scotland and Wales will not play Russia in football matches at any level "for the foreseeable future", including any team recognised as the 'Football Union of Russia'. It indicates England will refuse to play Russia in both the World Cup in Qatar and the Women's Euros this summer, should the sides be drawn against each other. The Scottish Football Association has confirmed that Scotland will not play any fixtures against Russia for the foreseeable future. The Polish FA has also written to all 55 European football associations, urging them to declare that they will not play against Russia. The Czech FA has also told Sky Sports News that its stance on playing against Russia remains the same, despite FIFA's announcement - no Czech Republic side will play against Russia or the 'Football Union of Russia'.

Source: Sky sports March 01, 2022 00:46 UTC