Miralem Pjanic: "I hope FIFA will return Russia tomorrow. We were afraid to come here, but now I see the real picture"

Footballer Miralem Pjanic spoke about the situation around the Russian national team

Bosnian midfielder Miralem Pjanic spoke about the situation around the Russian national team, which was suspended from participating in international competitions due to the decision of FIFA and UEFA. The player believes that the decision was unfair and that Russia should be allowed to return to international football as soon as possible.

"I hope that FIFA will make the right decision and return Russia to international football tomorrow," Pjanic said. "We were afraid to come here, but now I see the real picture. The Russian people are very friendly and welcoming, and they deserve to have their national team back on the international stage.

Pjanic's comments come as FIFA is set to meet on Friday to discuss the situation around Russia's ban from international football. The meeting will be attended by representatives of the Russian Football Union, as well as FIFA and UEFA officials.

It is unclear what decision FIFA will make, but Pjanic's comments suggest that there is growing support within the football community for Russia to be allowed to return to international football.

Pjanic's comments are significant because he is one of the most high-profile players to speak out in support of Russia's return to international football.

His comments are likely to carry weight with FIFA officials, who are under increasing pressure to reconsider their decision to ban Russia from international football.