Russia and Ukraine might be put into different groups at the 2018 World Cup finals if the Ukrainians qualify and relations between the two countries do not improve, FIFA said on Oct. 28.
Irish Times: FIFA likely to ensure Ukraine and Russia kept apart at World Cup 2018
Andre Schuerrle of Germany lifts the World Cup trophy to celebrate with his teammates during the award ceremony after the 2014 FIFA World Cup Brazil Final match between Germany and Argentina at Maracana on July 13, 2014 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.