FIFA bans Russian-born goalkeeper Nikita Haikin from playing for Norway until 2028
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- FIFA has banned Russian-born goalkeeper Nikita Haikin from playing for Norway until March 2028, ruling he does not meet the five-year residency requirement due to a loan spell at Bristol City.
- The Norwegian Football Association disagrees with FIFA's interpretation and is considering an appeal.
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FIFA has banned Russian-born goalkeeper Nikita Haikin from playing for Norway until March 2028, ruling he does not meet the five-year residency requirement due to a loan spell at Bristol City. The Norwegian Football Association disagrees with FIFA's interpretation and is considering an appeal.






