On the recordJuly 16, 2026
Politics should stay away from football. That is a very clear principle of the World Cup, but any consequences that come from that is now a decision for Fifa.
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Peter Kyle
Labour Party
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independent.co.ukPolitics should stay away from football. That is a very clear principle of the World Cup, but any consequences that come from that is now a decision for Fifa.
Discussing Argentina's actions after the World Cup match.
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