The event was dedicated to the celebration of the 500 days before the start of the Confederations Cup – in 2017, unveiled the logo and the main trophy of the tournament. During the ceremony, the Minister of Sport Vitaly Mutko and CEO of the organizing committee “Russia-2018″ Alexei Sorokin told about the process of preparation for the tournament, as the chief guest was the winner of the Confederations Cup – in 2001 and world champion – 1998 in the national team of France Christian Karembeu .
in Moscow, on the Red Square in the showroom of GUM the solemn event dedicated to the celebration of the 500 days before the start of the confederations Cup – in 2017, which will be held from 17 June to 2 July in four Russian cities: Moscow (in the “Opening Arena “), St. Petersburg (at the stadium,” St. Petersburg “), Kazan (at” Kazan Arena “) and Sochi (the stadium” Fischt “).
At the “Festival of Champions” in 2017 will come the strongest teams of the world, all will be eight teams. At the moment, it is already known five members: the hostess of the tournament – the Russian national team, champions of their continents – Australia, Chile and Mexico, as well as the current winner of the World Championship – Germany. It remains to determine the champion of Oceania, Europe and Africa, which will also take part in the Confederations Cup. <-! place 8019611, /> sport / 2016/01/13 / a_8019611.shtml, article / incut, incut1_link ->
For Russia, this event has special significance not only because it will feature the strongest teams of the planet. For our country, this competition will be the test before the World Cup. Will worked the organization related to all areas, ranging from transport logistics, finishing the work of special services, and also evaluated the potential capacity of the national team at the world championships.
The event was dedicated to the celebration of the 500 days before the Cup start confederations, the presentation of the logo of the tournament, as well as its major trophy. This important event was attended by top officials of the sport and the city, in particular the Minister of Sport Vitaly Mutko, Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin, CEO of the organizing committee “Russia-2018″ Alexei Sorokin, winner of the Confederations Cup – 2001 World Champion – 1998 and European Champion – 2000 the national team of France Christian Karembeu and famous actor Denis Matsuev, who spoke on the fans faces.
Leading the ceremony were the actors of “Quartet” Rostislav Chait and Leonid Baratz, who managed to make a serious atmosphere of the event a positive color. Moreover, they later said that, too, are directly related to football, as is a multiple winner of the competition among theaters.
Leading a long time without postponing the main purpose of the event, almost immediately moved on to the presentation Confederations Cup emblem – 2017. On the big screen, was shown video presentation in which the historical symbol of Russia – a red Firebird – circled all the cities and stadiums, preparing to take the tournament, and eventually settled on the trophy competitions.
«This character symbolizes the magic of football. We hope that the feather of the Firebird will help our team in the Confederations Cup »,
– noted actors” Quartet. ”
It is worth emphasizing that the very emblem of the cup and are very similar to those that will be on the World Cup. Later, the Minister of Sport Vitaly Mutko noted that this design was chosen on purpose.
Next on the scene the main prize was handed down – Confederations Cup FIFA 2017. According to the rules of this important mission could be entrusted only to the man who had once touched the trophy. That is why, for submission to the event winner of the Confederations Cup was invited – 2001 in the national team of France Christian Karembeu.
Next on the scene were invited to the main figures of the event, who spoke about his impressions of the tournament logo and the process of preparing the city for the meeting.
The first floor was taken by the Minister of Sport Vitaly Mutko:
«Confederations Cup – a Tournament of Champions, which takes place a year before the World Cup in the country in which He accepts it. This is the highest level of tournament in which defeat – a very worthy. We will hold these competitions so that the fans wanted to return us to the World Cup ».
functionary also shared expectations about the performance of the Russian team in this competition:
« I it seems that we have a very interesting team, and its potential has not yet been disclosed. We must be realistic, will participate in the Cup of the best teams of the world. But we will put the ambitious goal – to win the tournament. Cup will be a good zeroing team for the World Cup. To help her to be the home crowd support, a great desire.
I’m sure that will reign in the cities of the holiday atmosphere, the city is ready, create a fan zone. After the World Cup will be a huge legacy that will be used in the future. We will create in these cities their teams. Football belongs to all, for him the responsibility of all, including the fans, who will create a festive atmosphere. These tournaments allow the city to open itself to the world community. The most important thing – that our team showed its maximum potential. But sport is sport. Confederations Cup will be a dress rehearsal before the World Cup. ”
The Mayor of Moscow Sergei Sobyanin noted the excellent preparation of the capital to the organization of major international sports tournaments: <-! place 7972097, /> sport / 2015/12/16 / a_7972097.shtml, article / incut, incut2_link ->
«If other stadiums suddenly have problems, then Moscow will be able to help,” Luzhniki “by this time will be ready. Moscow – sports city, it is always ready to take the biggest world competitions. I am confident that our capital will be the biggest football city in the world in the coming years. I am confident that Moscow will be fully ready to host the Confederations Cup and World Cup. ”
Next, impressions of arrival in Moscow, shared the main guest of the event – the football team of France Christian Karembeu:
«I was deeply impressed by the fact that said Vitaly Mutko and Sergei Sobyanin . For players and fans it is important that a proper environment has been created in the city. The participation of a large number of volunteers is crucial for success. Players will certainly appreciate that the stadiums are built innovative. Of course, for the players to participate in the Confederations Cup and the World Cup – the highest honor.
This is a very serious event, and the intensity of the struggle will be great, because the best teams in the world are involved. In such tournaments, we see different styles of play. But, of course, viewers see something new in each championship. For the players time – an important factor, the age of a football player is small, so we have to show the best qualities to confidently play with the team spirit, to be among those who will participate in the World Cup.
If the French team will not fall on the Confederations Cup, I’ll be rooting for Russia. ”
The Pianist Denis Matsuev on behalf of the loyal fans of Russian football has shared his expectations from the tournament:
«a great honor to represent the many millions of fans for me. I am a happy person because I visited various stadiums of the world championship, even witnessed the triumph of Christian Karembeu. In addition, one of the most famous of my concerts was at the Olympic Games in Sochi in the arena “Fischt”. I’ve been on a lot of games, but in Sochi it was absolutely unprecedented »
Director-General of the organizing committee” Russia-2018 “Alexei Sorokin told about the organizational problems of the preparation for the Confederations Cup and the World Cup:.
«I remember that in Brazil, the atmosphere was fantastic, the emotions overflowed. Their Confederations Cup was one of the most productive and successful in terms of ticket sales – 800 thousand were sold!
The first match of the tournament will be held in St. Petersburg, it will open the tournament hostess. Next, each team will play a minimum of three stadiums. The final will also take place in St. Petersburg. A distinctive feature of this draw is no country from Africa, on the label will simply say “Africa” because not yet be determined by the participant of the continent.
Ticket sales have traditionally opens after the draw, we look forward to December. We have introduced a fourth ticket category for citizens of Russia, which will be reasonable prices, will also be at the World Cup. But the cost of tickets is not yet known to us.
Footballers will be simplified entry into Russia. At airports, we will provide shuttles, additional flights and increase the slots for moving fans. For prices in the hotels state take control. ”
Next on the screen showed video greeting from the Russian national football team Artem Dzyuba and Oleg Shatov, who on behalf of the whole team talked about for their important and significant part in the Confederations Cup and World Cup.
In conclusion, it was shown video presentation of the tournament. On this solemn part of the event came to an end, and Vitaly Mutko and Christian Karembeu additionally talked with reporters.
The first floor was taken by Vitaly Mutko, who answered the most questions related to Russian football.
– What primarily face challenges during the Confederations Cup
-? For us it is a rehearsal of the world championship in first of all you need to check the organizational issues: transport logistics, aviation hub, customs, accommodation. This Tournament of Champions, it is important for us, as will work organizers, special services, we see what problems arise, and we will fix them for the World Cup
-. Are there still talk in the international community about unfair Russian victory in the battle for the world Cup
-? These conversations heard in nefutbolnoy environment, this page is closed, we have already passed the point of no return. Russia won the right to win in a fair fight. This global project, including Europe, us, on the contrary, it is necessary to unite efforts for it.
-? Do you have any claims to the construction of the stadium in St. Petersburg
–Takie major projects are accompanied by different issues, but it is not a global problem, we have reason to say that St. Petersburg can not cope with the obligations. We were assured that everything would be fine. In Kaliningrad, global problems, in addition to a strict timetable for the construction of the stadium, no. We construct two more hotels, reconstructed airport. The advance is paid, the contract is signed, this year the construction of the stadium should enter the mode.
– Are there any plans for the World Cup athletes for the naturalization of the Russian national team
-? We look forward to the potential of his team, the global plans for naturalization no. If there is work, then they will grow.
– Do you support the transition of Alexander Kokorin in the «Zenit»?
– Well, when the national team players play in strong teams in the European Cups, have match practice. The main thing – that the players are not repelled by the economic issues, the brief age of football, players should strive to participate in the World Cup.
– Do you plan to stricter limits on foreign players
-? As long as the issue of tightening the limit on foreign players not on the agenda. There are different stuffing information, but the limit on foreign players is not an opportunity for the growth of a professional footballer. We also need a high training program players need to improve the quality of training, selection, to assess the lower divisions. Players of “Spartak-2″ and “Zenit-2″ showed that they can play at a good level. <-! place 7944161, /> sport / 2015/12/09 / a_7944161.shtml, article / incut, incut3_link ->
Limit – is not a panacea, it It should be done in conjunction with other processes. Small limit even five people makes us think about the improvement of skills. The first step is done, but we need to establish a system of competitions, clubs second team structure, selection
-. Whether the introduction of wage restrictions planned for players
? – This is a complex issue, it’s in the clubs. The question is in the objective awards: if you people do not go, and you pay the money – it is biased. If the fans and the sponsors pay for, to look at the game player, it will be correct, it is the financial sportsmanship.
– Who will you vote in the presidential elections FIFA
– According to FIFA President our position clear: we support Gianni Infantino and believe that he is a worthy candidate. We need a single candidate, that he won with a large majority of votes.
We want from Europe, Asia and Africa was one candidate, and in Asia – is his. Negotiations on the union effort. We need someone who will allow FIFA to work independently and take responsibility for it without government intervention.
– whether to allow the sale of beer in stadiums
-? The state has its own policy and philosophy about beer until toward him as alcoholic beverages, do not want to that it promoted the sport. The clubs and the organizers of this income will not receive.
Further questions answered footballer Christian Karembeu.
– Have you visited the Russian stadiums, which will host the Confederations Cup
-? All stadiums I have not seen, but at the “Zenith” was. Constructed innovative stadiums impression. We as players appreciate the comfort of the facilities, as well as the move from stadiums to hotels and the airport.
– What are your impressions from personal participation in this event
-? I think the Confederations Cup – a very interesting and major tournament, football management, trainers carefully They are watching what is happening on the field. At this tournament, the players are selected for the World Cup, the team analyzed the tactics of the game, bug fixes.
– Did you enjoy the emblem of the Confederations Cup
-? The emblem expresses the Russian soul, its colors and history are at the heart this character, she’s beautiful.
– What do you think, whether in Russia during the World Cup incidents of racism can
– I think Russia will serve as a good example: in the country home to so many nationalities. So I do not even have to talk about the possibility of racism during the World Cup.
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