Fifa president 'infantile' for wanting to lift Russia ban, Ukraine minister says

Ukraine's sports minister has strongly criticized Fifa president Gianni Infantino for his comments about potentially lifting the ban on Russia's participation in international football competitions. The minister has described Infantino's stance as "irresponsible" and "infantile," arguing that it is inappropriate to even consider such a move while Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues. The ban on Russia was implemented by Fifa and UEFA in the wake of the Russian military's invasion of Ukraine. Ukraine's sports minister has emphasized that this decision was justified and necessary, and that it should remain in place until Russia withdraws its forces from Ukraine. The minister's comments come as a direct response to Infantino's recent statements, in which he suggested that Fifa would examine the possibility of lifting the ban on Russia. The Ukrainian government has made it clear that it strongly opposes any such move, as it would be seen as a betrayal of Ukraine's sovereignty and territorial integrity.