Topic - Russian Football Union

The Russian Football Union is the governing body of football in Russia. The Union is considered a direct successor of the Football Federation of USSR. It organizes the football league, Premier-Liga, and the Russian national football team. It is based in Moscow. - Source: Wikipedia

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