Russia Keeps FIFA Vote Despite Competition Ban

The Russian Football Union, FIFA and UEFA
Friday

Russia remains a full FIFA member with the right to attend congress and vote in presidential elections despite its national teams being banned from international competition since 2022. The same membership position also continues within UEFA.

The voting right could matter as Gianni Infantino faces pressure before the next FIFA presidential election. Russia has not publicly said whether it supports him, but its continued membership means its federation can participate in any leadership vote.