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Italy: Andrea Pirlo downplays his role as ambassador for a Russian agency Andrea Pirlo responded to his appointment as ambassador for a Russian betting agency.
Published 7sem · 2 sources ✓ Confirmed Notable · updated 6sem
The fact The former footballer stated that the role has 'no political meaning' and does not affect his love for Italy.
This statement comes amid geopolitical tensions linked to the war in Ukraine.
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Why it matters La nomination d'une figure sportive italienne par une entité russe suscite des interrogations sur les liens entre le sport et la politique, dans un contexte de sanctions internationales contre Moscou.
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