Ukraine demands apology from FIFA for map without Crimea

FIFA apologizes to Ukraine soccer body for Crimea map error at 2026 World Cup draw
FIFA apologized to the Ukrainian soccer federation for displaying a map during its World Cup qualifying draw that excluded Russia-occupied Crimea from the country’s territory. “We fully understand the delicate sensitivity of this matter and while the incident was unintentional,
FIFA faces backlash over 'unacceptable' map of Ukraine that appeared to omit Crimea
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has long vowed to end Russia's occupation of Crimea, which Moscow annexed in 2014.
FIFA removes segment featuring map of Ukraine without Crimea, no apology given
FIFA has issued a brief and general comment regarding the map displayed during the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying draw broadcast. The comment is very short and general and does not contain a hint of apology.
FIFA Sparks Anger With Crimea Map During World Cup Draw
The organization displayed a map during a qualifying draw that showed Ukraine without including Crimea as part of the country,
FIFA offers 'regret' to Ukraine over map controversy at draw
Football's world governing body FIFA says it regrets the fact a map showing Crimea as part of Russia was broadcast during its 2026 World Cup qualifying draw on Friday. Ukraine had reacted furiously, with the Foreign Ministry demanding a public apology.
Ukraine calls for FIFA apology over map of Crimea
Ukraine has criticized FIFA for an "unacceptable error" after a map displayed during the 2026 World Cup draw appeared to exclude Crimea from the country's territory.

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