Bayern Munich Striker Backs Poland’s Decision To Not Play Russia in the World Cup Qualifiers

• Robert Lewandowski has backed the Polish FA's decision to pull out of their World Cup qualifier against Russia
• The Polish Football Association President Cezary Kulesza stated their will not play the Russia following their invasion of neighbouring Ukraine
• Several sporting events including the 2022 UEFA Champions League final have been withdraw from the Eastern European nation

Bayern Munich forward Robert Lewandowski has applauded the Polish Football Association for pulling out of their World Cup qualifier against Russia.

Poland were scheduled to play Russia next month, but following the conflict between the latter and neighbouring Ukraine, the Eagles have decided to withdraw from the game.

Lewandowski, who is captain of Poland said on Twitter it was the right decision by the the Polish federation.

"It is the right decision! I can’t imagine playing a match with the Russian National Team in a situation when armed aggression in Ukraine continues. Russian footballers and fans are not responsible for this, but we can’t pretend that nothing is happening," wrote the Bayern Munich attacker.

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It is yet to be seen what FIFA Will do about the Poland's decision.

Meanwhile, Russia have been in Ukraine territory since Thursday as the conflict between the two countries drags on.

The Polish FA President releases statement on Russia game

Poland Football Association President Cezary Kulesza has disclosed the national team will not honour their game against Russia in the FIFA World Cup qualifier next month.

He wrote: "No more words, time to act! Due to the escalation of the aggression of the Russian Federation towards Ukraine, the Polish national team does not intend to play the play-off match against the republic of Poland. Russia. This is the only right decision. We are in talks with the Sweden and Czech federations to present a common position to FIFA."

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Earlier, Sports Brief reported that Manchester United ace Cristiano Ronaldo has spoken up for the first time about the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.

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Ronaldo, who recently hit the remarkable milestone of 400 million followers on Instagram, took to the photo-sharing platform to subtly condemn Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

On Thursday, February 24, Russia invaded Ukraine by land, sea and air, a move that sparked explosive reactions across the sporting world.