Russian PM Vladimir Putin congratulates FIFA head Sepp Blatter
Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin congratulated Sepp Blatter on his re-election as FIFA head.
"I am sure that you will continue to selflessly serve this remarkable sport," Putin on Thursday said in a telegram congratulating Blatter published by the Russian government.
"The results of the elections clearly show your great international authority and acknowledge your unique contribution to the work of FIFA and devotion to the popularization and development of football," Putin said.
"I sincerely wish you good health, happiness, well being and new successes in your activities," Putin said.