The International Federation and the European separate Russia and Belarus from all competitions

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Lourdes Alameda, from Spain, fights with Kristina Khachaturyan, from Russia, in a match of the Women's European Championship played in Alcobendas, Madrid


Lourdes Alameda, from Spain, fights with Kristina Khachaturyan, from Russia, in a match of the Women’s European Championship played in Alcobendas, Madrid – Irina R. Hipolito / AFP7 / Europa Press

MADRID, 1 Mar. (EUROPA PRESS) –

The International and European Rugby Federation have suspended Russia and Belarus from membership of their organizations and have barred the two teams from all official competition due to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine last week.

“World Rugby reiterates its condemnation of Russia’s aggressive invasion of Ukraine and the facilitation of this action by Belarus. The global rugby family stands united in solidarity with all those affected by these deeply disturbing events and joins the global community. to call for the restoration of peace,” said World Rugby.

In its measures, the “full and immediate suspension of Russia and Belarus from all cross-border international and club rugby activities until further notice” as well as the “full and immediate suspension of the Russian Rugby Union as a member of World Rugby until new notice”.

For its part, Europe Rugby indicated the same sanctions, the exclusion of the European entity and the prohibition of Russia and Belarus from participating, as well as their clubs, 2022 Men’s and Women’s 7s Championship, Under-18 Championship (XV), Championship of Sevens Clubs, as well as the snow and beach modalities for this year.

“Rugby Europe would like to reiterate that it fully condemns the ongoing Russian military invasion of Ukraine and joins the world of sport in calling for the restoration of peace. Rugby Europe reiterates its unequivocal support for the rugby community and the people of Ukraine.” release.