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Russian national soccer player Fedor Smolov expresses solidarity with Ukraine
Russian national soccer player Fedor Smolov expresses solidarity with Ukraine
THE MIRROR
Jan Göbel - Yesterday at 13:03
It's only a few words, but the message is clear: Russia's soccer striker Fedor Smolow has criticized the Russian invasion of Ukraine. He also posted a Ukraine flag in his Instagram post.
Russia international Fedor Smolow has condemned the invasion of Vladimir Putin's troops in Ukraine.
The 32-year-old Dynamo Moscow striker wrote 'No to war' on Instagram against a black background, followed by a broken heart and a Ukrainian flag. Smolow was the first Sbornaya player to criticize Russia's attack on Ukraine.
Smolow has been part of the Russian national team since 2012. He has won 45 caps for his country and was part of the selection that reached the quarter-finals at the 2018 World Cup on home soil.
The Russian army has invaded Ukraine in several places, and the Ukrainian government is citing the first casualties. There are also said to be deaths on the opposing side. Here you will find the latest news on the situation in Ukraine.