Two of Russia's biggest airline carriers Aeroflot and Transaero indicated Monday they are ready to accept a call by Prime Minister Vladimir Putin to transport the national team's fans to Euro 2012 for free.

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin has promised to consider lifting the current ban on sale and advertisement of beer at football stadiums in Russia, which will host the World Cup championship in 2018.

Russian strongman Vladimir Putin on Thursday announced visa-free travel for fans at the 2018 World Cup as he hosted two of world football's most powerful figures ahead of a key election.

Russian Prime Minister Vladimir Putin wanted to block Germany goalkeeper Manuel Neuer's switch from Schalke 04 to Bavarian giants Bayern Munich, according to Royal Blues chairman Clemens Toennies.