International Football · Sunday, October 11, 2026
Russia Absent from 2026 World Cup
Russia will not participate in the 2026 World Cup due to international sanctions linked to the conflict in Ukraine.
By Editorial team
The Russian Football Federation has remained suspended by FIFA since 2022. This exclusion prevents Russia from qualifying for the 2026 World Cup hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico. Russian selectors will not be able to prepare their team for continental qualifying matches. This absence marks a major turning point in the history of Russian football and FIFA competitions.