FIFA 'concerned' by 'tragic and worrying' situation in Ukraine: Gianni Infantino

FIFA president Gianni Infantino said he was "concerned" by "the tragic and worrying" situation, after Russia launched a full-scale invasion of Ukraine on Thursday. "I was shocked by what I saw.

I am worried and concerned by this situation. FIFA condemns the use of force," said Infantino at a press conference.

Russia is due to host a 2022 World Cup play-off with Poland on March 24 and if victorious another on March 29 against the winners of the Czech Republic and Sweden -- although those federations have demanded the matches be moved.