While a handful of countries recognise Russian sovereignty in Crimea, the United Nations and a majority of others continue to view the region as Ukrainian territory.
The decision to allow Ukraine's design however has been met with fierce criticism from Russia, who - in violation of international law - continue to lay claim to Crimea, which they annexed following Yanukovych's exit from office. UEFA issed a statement on the approval of the strip to the BBC after Russian anger first emerged, stating: "The shirt of the Ukrainian national team and of all other teams for UEFA Euro 2020 has been approved, in accordance with the applicable equipment regulations."įootball Federation of Ukraine president Andriy Pavelko further commented on the decision, adding: "We believe that Ukraine's silhouette will give strength to the players because they will fight for all of Ukraine." Strip sparks Moscow fury
In addition, it is backed with a patriotic rallying cry - "Glory to Ukraine!" - that gained popularity as a protest slogan during the 2014 events that saw former president and Russia ally Viktor Yanukovych ousted in 2014. The top, in Ukraine's traditional yellow, displays a courtoured image of Ukraine, including both the territory of Crimea and the pro-Russian separatist-controlled regions of Donetsk and Lugansk.
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