The head coach of the St. Petersburg “Zenith” Sergei Semak spoke about the possible removal of Russian clubs from participating in European competition. His words are quoted by Championship.com.
The specialist expressed regret that sport is becoming associated with politics. “We are minding our own business. Athletes should not be deprived of what they do. What will happen in the world of politics, in geopolitics, we do not know and cannot influence it, ”said the coach.
On February 22, British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said that Russia should not host football tournaments. He considered that the country is in the status of a pariah.
On February 17, Zenit lost to the Spanish Betis in the first match of the playoff round for the right to play in the 1/8 finals of the Europa League. The meeting was held in St. Petersburg and ended with the score 2:3 in favor of the guests. The return match will be held on February 24 in Seville and will begin at 23:00 Moscow time.
Source: Lenta
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