Kvaratskhelia vacationed in the USA with a controversial Russian athlete.
The football world is eagerly awaiting the final of the Club World Cup, where 'PSG' and 'Chelsea' will meet on July 13. But beyond the pitch, attention is drawn to unexpected events that happened with the employees of the Paris club.
While the players prepare for the big match, their walks around New York have become the focus of the media.
Khvicha strolled with Safonov
This time, the spotlight was on Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, recognized as one of the brightest footballers in Europe, and Russian goalkeeper Matvei Safonov. The pair enjoyed their vacation in New York, which sparked much discussion.
The goalkeeper posted a photo and a short report about the walk. They visited Madame Tussauds, a contemporary art museum, checked out an observation deck with a view of Manhattan, and strolled through Times Square. The couple also plans to see the Statue of Liberty.
The joint stroll of the two footballers sparked a wave of discussions, especially considering their nationalities and views on certain political issues.
Some observers are surprised at how it can happen that a star of the Georgian national team found himself in the company of a Russian player. Khvicha's behavior raised questions about his position on some fundamental issues in football.
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Before the final of the Club World Cup, the football world cannot divert its attention from off-field events, such as the joint walks of 'PSG' players in New York. This sparked discussions due to differences in nationalities and the players' positions on certain important issues. Observations of such situations become a topic for fans and analysts who reflect on the moral and political aspects of football.
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