19 Jul 2014 10:55:27
Surely after the terrible events on Thursday Ukraine should do the honourable thing and withdraw from all competitive matches?
Not after some 'cheap shot, back door entry' for Everton here but who in their right minds would feel comfortable playing any team from the Ukraine away?
The argument could be made for Russia as well but with very little tangible evidence of who is responsible for this atrocity the decision must be made on the health and safety of teams and supporters visiting the country where the event occurred.
If they don't resign, ban them.


1.) 19 Jul 2014
Bit harsh that Mushy. Although what you're saying make sense for health/security reasons banning them would be very harsh considering it's not the football teams that did it, is it?

If enough teams in the competition say they don't feel safe travelling there, etc, them UEFA will probably make them play there games somewhere else, like a neighbouring country. Banning them would be ludicrous as far as most people are concerned.

If a plane was shot down over Southampton for example (or anywhere near the south coast), what would your reaction be if UEFA banned us from the Europa League because of safety reasons for visiting teams when the actual incident would have occurred at the other end of the country?

Think about it!


2.) 19 Jul 2014
You were doing so well until u used the southampton analogy. It doesn't matter where it was shot down the whole region is volatile so imo they should all be played at a neutral venue in another country. Uefa cup included


3.) 19 Jul 2014
It won't mean baning them teams I think they should be told they can play in the comp but they have to play there home games outside there country that way they still get to compete but also majes sure the teams they play stay safe


4.) 20 Jul 2014
I think Russia should have the World Cup taken off them and give it to Holland. If not I Hope Australia and the rest of the world Boycott it. FIFA at least could do some good. I think all Russian teams should be banned from all European competitions as well.