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FIFA charged World Cup host Russia with fan racism today, less than two months before the tournament begins.
Monkey chants were aimed at black French players, including Paul Pogba, during France's 3-1 friendly win over Russia in St Petersburg last month.
"Disciplinary proceedings have been opened against the Russian Football Union for this incident," Fifa said.
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