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LGBTQ+ fans are sad about Harry Kane’s armband – but we’re tired of being political footballs

In the two days of the tournament so far, Fifa has shown itself to be utterly uninterested in LGBTQ+ inclusion, says sports journalist Jon Holmes

The Guardian - UK

Manchester LGBT+ inclusive football club says OneLove armband was 'already an embarrassingly small gesture'

Kane was due to wear the OneLove armband throughout the World Cup along with captains from six other nations

Manchester Evening News

On this day in 2007: Steve McClaren sacked by England after Euro 2008 failure

The axe fell on McClaren following defeat by Croatia at Wembley.

The Independent UK

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Fifa's sanctioning players wearing OneLove armbands has given a 'platform to hatred', say LGBT groups

A joint statement from seven European countries that signed up to the OneLove campaign confirmed the anti-discriminatory armbands will no longer be worn due to fears of sanctions

Wales Online

I'm A Celeb fans moved as Jill Scott says 'football is for all' amid World Cup backlash

As Jill Scott spoke with Boy George and Seann Walsh about coming out and sexuality, the Lioness hero recalled her own experience growing up with no female role models in football - something I'm A Celebrity viewers couldn't help but note was very timely

Daily Mirror

England captain Harry Kane ordered NOT to wear OneLove armband supporting gay rights

England captain Harry Kane and Wales counterpart Gareth Bale were threatended with a booking for wearing their OneLove armbands in support of the LGBTQ+ community at the World Cup

Daily Mirror

Jack Grealish hits out at "stupid" FIFA decision to stop One Love armband being worn

FIFA moved to stop the England and eight other countries wearing the One Love armband at the World Cup, with the FA abandoning the campaign supporting the LGBT+ community as a result

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Wales fans hit out at FIFA after having LGBTQ+ rainbow hats 'confiscated' at World Cup

The fans said they were told by stadium security that they would be denied entry unless they removed their Pride bucket hats

Chronicle Live

Merseyside LGBTQ+ football fans 'saddened' by England's OneLove armband decision

England, alongside nine other teams, intended to show support for LGBTQ+ rights by wearing the multi-coloured armband

Liverpool Echo

'FIFA President Gianni Infantino is the wrong man to defend Qatar hosting the World Cup'

He may have a valid point, but Infantino was the wrong man to deliver a speech urging the world to focus on football instead of human rights

Daily Mirror

England captain Harry Kane ‘disappointed’ over OneLove armband decision after FIFA threat

The Three Lions romped to victory but Kane was denied the chance to wear an anti-discrimination armband

Evening Standard

Harry Kane explains England decision to not wear OneLove armband amid FA and FIFA pressure

Harry Kane was set to wear the OneLove armband for England's opening World Cup fixture against Iran

Football London

FIFA 'hypocrisy' slated by Leeds United LGBTQ+ fan group Marching Out Together after armband saga

England, Wales and five other European nations had initially proposed to wear a OneLove armband in support LGBTQ+ communities during the World Cup in Qatar but have now gone back on plans

Leeds Live

Harry Kane explains his part in England ditching armband before World Cup 2022 opener

FIFA threatened to book any players wearing a One Love armband at the 2022 World Cup hours before England's opener against Iran - putting Harry Kane in an awkward position

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The Independent UK

Harry Kane: I wanted to wear OneLove armband in England’s World Cup opener

The England captain says the decision not to wear the armband was taken out of his hands after pressure on the FA by Fifa

The Guardian - UK

‘We’re disappointed’: Kane unhappy that Fifa banned ‘OneLove’ armband

The England captain, who was ordered to wear a Fifa armband against Iran, said: ‘The decision was taken out of my hands. It’s out of our control’

Wales Online

Wales fans have rainbow-themed clothing confiscated entering Qatar World Cup game

Versions of the iconic bucket hat had been produced as a show of support for the LGBTQ+ community

The Independent UK

England captain Harry Kane disappointed after being ‘told’ to wear FIFA armband

Kane was due to wear the OneLove armband, which contains the rainbow colours and is associated with the Pride flag, before FIFA’s late intervention.

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Liverpool Echo

Gareth Southgate responds after England capitulate to FIFA over 'OneLove' World Cup armband

England backed down from wearing the 'OneLove' armband just hours before their opening World Cup game

Manchester Evening News

'I love football - but it's unacceptable': Bittersweet celebrations at Europe's biggest fan zone in Manchester

Fans showed up in force and brought the special World Cup enthusiasm - but there was no escaping from the tournament's controversies

Evening Standard

The Leader podcast: England’s World Cup begins

As England secured a strong 6-2 win against Iran in their first game of the 2022 World Cup, controversy around this year’s tournament remains firmly part of the conversation.

Evening Standard

England 6-2 Iran, FIFA wins again

If Filippo Inzaghi was born offside and Patrick Vieira perennially one yellow card away from suspension, what of Harry Kane?

Daily Mirror

David Beckham watches England thrash Iran amid criticism over £150m Qatar role

Former England captain and Qatar World Cup ambassador David Beckham was caught watching Gareth Southgate's side as they thumped Iran 6-2 on Monday at the Khalifa International Stadium

Evening Standard

Vindication for Gareth Southgate as England put World Cup 2022 favourites on alert with Iran thrashing

England were too cowardly to make a statement with an armband against Iran but Gareth Southgate’s bravery was rewarded with a statement performance as his side began the World Cup with a 6-2 dismantling of Iran.

Football London

Why Harry Maguire will miss England vs USA 2022 World Cup clash due to FIFA ruling

World Cup news: Harry Maguire put in a stellar performance for England against Iran but he may now miss the Three Lions next group stage fixture against USA

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