Ukraine Condemns FIFA Map for Omitting Crimea
⏺FIFA faced backlash after displaying a 2026 World Cup draw map that did not include Crimea as part of Ukraine. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry called the map an “unacceptable error” and demanded a public apology, accusing FIFA of supporting Russian propaganda.
⏺FIFA acknowledged the mistake and removed the image. The Ukrainian Football Association has lodged a formal complaint with FIFA and UEFA officials.
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⏺FIFA faced backlash after displaying a 2026 World Cup draw map that did not include Crimea as part of Ukraine. The Ukrainian Foreign Ministry called the map an “unacceptable error” and demanded a public apology, accusing FIFA of supporting Russian propaganda.
⏺FIFA acknowledged the mistake and removed the image. The Ukrainian Football Association has lodged a formal complaint with FIFA and UEFA officials.
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